Swing Driver

WIN Waste Innovations•Milford, CT

About The Position

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking a Swing Driver to safely operate different types of heavy-duty collection trucks and cover residential, commercial, or industrial routes according to staffing needs. The driver follows applicable safety and transportation regulations, company expectations, assigned routes, and procedures for customer service and vehicle documentation. The role also involves coordinating with Route Managers and Dispatch and maintaining positive working relationships with customers, coworkers, vendors, and management.

Requirements

Two years of previous experience in a driver position.
Commercial Driver's License B (CDL).
At least 21 years of age, as required for the CDL.
Eligible to legally work in the United States.
Acceptable driving record.
No education required.

Responsibilities

Safely operate multiple types of heavy-duty collection trucks, such as front-load, rear-load, or roll-off trucks, on assigned routes.
Operate the vehicle in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements, applicable local, state, and federal requirements, and company expectations; keep the vehicle clean and safe.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR), record issues, and submit them for corrective review or repair.
Report unsafe situations and service calls to the Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
Attend and participate in scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Route Manager.
Work with Route Managers to improve route efficiency and identify problematic or unsafe accounts.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other company drivers as directed.
Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Notify Dispatch or the Route Manager of issues according to Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pickups, and other route problems.
Communicate customer requests and issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Completely empty containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
Position containers on customer property with lids properly replaced and containers upright, while keeping them clear of driveway entrances and traffic.
Follow route assignments and complete all documentation when checking in at the end of the route.
Maintain a positive work environment through appropriate interactions and communication with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.