Utility 1 - Temporary
About The Position
GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for 40 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability, and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. GreenWaste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry. We work directly with 20+ municipalities and 50+ jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10+ locations, and have 1,000+ employees. We are seeking an experienced, successful, and engaged Driver to join our team. This position is expected to work out of our office at 2765 Lafayette St. in Santa Clara and limited job-related travel may be required. GreenWaste is seeking to fill the position of Utility 1 Driver to provide support to one or more facilities. This role safely operates company collection vehicles for the collection of a wide range of materials from residential and/or commercial customers.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience in commercial driving
- Current and valid commercial driver’s license (Class A or B) and medical certificate/ ability to maintain acceptable records and license.
- Acceptable DMV and D.O.T. record.
- Complete and pass pre-employment D.O.T. drug screenings.
- Great time management skills.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in English and/or Spanish
Responsibilities
- Fill in on Residential, Commercial, and Roll-off Routes as needed.
- Work on rotating Saturdays.
- Help with collection functions of Clean Up Day Program.
- Safely and effectively operate collection vehicle on a designated route.
- Read work orders and maps to service customers identified on work order or as assigned by Route Supervisor or Dispatch.
- Accurately conduct pre and post trip inspections on collection vehicle in accordance with Company, State and Federal policies. Ensure all controls and safety equipment is in proper working condition. Notifies and reports any safety issues.
- Steadily monitor the condition of the vehicle ensuring it is operationally prepared.
- Provide professional and courteous services to customers daily. Contribute to the success of providing services in a timely and professional manner.
- Ensure all containers serviced are empty and leave the service location free of debris and clean. Place all containers in properly designated areas.
- Maintain a current and valid commercial driver’s license (Class A or B) and medical certificate.
- Operate collection vehicles including mechanisms for dumping, loading, compressing, and lifting.
- Inform Route Supervisor of any injuries, accidents, property damage or incidents immediately.
- Identify and report all containers in need of replacement or repair.
- Communicate to Route Supervisor and/or Dispatch of any service interruptions.
- Complete all duties assigned by Route Supervisor or Dispatch as well as assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
- Perform daily cleaning and housekeeping of vehicle.
- Attend all safety meetings as scheduled.
- Follow all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
