Truck Driver Relief (Front Load, Side Load, Roll Off)

UNIVERSAL WASTE SYSTEMS•Phoenix, AZ

16d

About The Position

The Truck Driver Relief provides timely, efficient, safe, and courteous hauling service to customers along an assigned route. The role services trash, recycling, compost, and/or mixed-waste bins using various collection vehicles, including front-load, side-load, and roll-off trucks. Drivers follow route and service requirements using in-cab electronic systems, communicate with dispatch and route supervisors by radio, and prioritize public safety. They must follow applicable safety and environmental requirements, report incidents and vehicle issues, and work collaboratively with coworkers and customers.

Requirements

Current and valid commercial driver’s license and DOT medical card.
One year of refuse truck driving experience.
Knowledge of waste and recycling collection principles.
Knowledge of basic truck mechanics and parts.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local job-site health and safety rules, regulations, and best practices.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude with coworkers and customers.
Ability to establish trust and credibility with coworkers through accountability.
Ability to promote inclusion, support, and collaboration among coworkers.
Ability to take initiative and self-manage time and productivity while multitasking.
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to think independently and creatively to solve problems.
Ability to read and use an onboard electronic routing system.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the resource recovery industry.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Learn the geography of the assigned route and surrounding areas.
Service trash, recycling, compost, and/or mixed-waste bins using various collection vehicles.
Clean up spills and overflows and return bins to their proper area.
Operate vehicles with public safety as the primary responsibility.
Use in-cab electronic computer systems to follow route and service requirements.
Communicate effectively with dispatch and route supervisors by radio.
Follow hazardous-waste and materials-handling and disposal procedures and regulations established by local, state, and federal environmental and health agencies.
Report accidents, injuries, and maintenance issues in a timely manner.
Comply with applicable safety regulations, rules, policies, and procedures.
Maintain collaborative working relationships with coworkers and customers.
Participate in external, department, and company-wide training to increase skills and improve service.