Trash Truck Driver Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current and valid commercial driver’s license and DOT medical card.
• One year of refuse truck driving experience required.
• Knowledge of principles of waste and recycling collection.
• 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 proactively establish trust and credibility with coworkers by maintaining accountability.
• Ability to contribute to the team dynamic by promoting inclusion, support and collaboration amongst coworkers.
• Ability to take initiative, self-manage time and productivity through multitasking.
• Ability to effectively and concisely communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to think independently and creatively to problem solve.
• Ability to read and utilize on-board electronic routing system.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre and post trip inspection of vehicle.
• Learn geography of assigned route and surrounding areas.
• Service trash, recycling, compost and/or mixed waste bins using various types of collections vehicles.
• Clean up spills and overflows and return bins to their proper area.
• Operate vehicles with public safety as your primary responsibility.
• Utilize in-cab electronic computer systems to follow route and service requirements.
• Use radio to effectively communicate with dispatch and route supervisors.
• Observe and comply with hazardous waste and material handling and disposal procedures and regulations as set forth by local, state and federal environmental and health agencies.
• Report all accidents, injuries or maintenance issues in a timely manner.
• Observe and comply with all applicable safety regulations, rules, policies and procedures.
• Maintain collaborative working relationship with coworkers and customers.
• Participate in external, Department and Company-wide trainings to increase skill sets and improve service.