Driver - Commercial Side Load

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a Commercial Waste / Recycling collection vehicle, side-load and/or rear-load truck, ancillary equipment, and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection route.

• Load solid waste, or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.

• Operate equipment on truck to compact product into vehicle.

• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.

• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.

• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.

• Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions in the performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.

• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.

• Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.

• Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable.

• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, provincial, and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.

• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment and uniform be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.).

• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately.

• Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)

• Maintain accurate records of services performed.

• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.

• May be required to work overtime.

• Attend safety and branch meetings.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.

• Must possess a Class 3 Commercial Driver's License.

• Minimum one (1) year of commercial driving experience.

• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.

• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and

Competencies:

• Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: for safe operation.

• Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more.

• Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials).

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement.

• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques.

• Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing.

• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.

• Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.

• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and…