Support Truck Driver
About The Position
The Driver – Class C (Scout and/or Backyard Service) safely operates a pick-up truck paired with a hydraulic powered fork system and/or dump containers to perform assigned container pick-up, delivery, disposal, and recycling services for residential and commercial customers. The role efficiently services assigned customers while complying with local, state, and federal transportation regulations and Company policies. The position works outside only and involves frequent physical activity, including pushing, pulling, and lifting bins across hills and uneven terrain. Employees may need to lift up to 75 pounds frequently and enter and exit a pick-up truck up to 150 times daily. The work environment includes exposure to traffic, heavy equipment, refuse, dust, fumes, odors, chemicals, noise, and changing weather conditions.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid Class C Driver’s License.
- Acceptable driving record; an H-6 printout will be requested.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe and clean working vehicle.
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle.
- Report unsafe situations or service calls before attempting service.
- Participate and cooperate in scheduled training, briefings, and safety meetings.
- Work with Route Supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
- Notify the Route Supervisor of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Report blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups, and other route problems.
- Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or the Route Supervisor.
- Completely dump containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
- Position containers correctly on customer property during delivery.
- Extract containers safely and efficiently during the route.
- Follow route assignments and complete all documentation when checking in.
- Maintain a positive, professional attitude when dealing with customers.
- Assist other drivers in completing routes as directed.
Benefits
- Competitive wages.
- Comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision.
- 401K.
- Life Insurance.
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time.
- Career plan.
- Recognition programs.
- Professional development learning.
- An exceptional work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
