Utility Driver

Overview

The Driver is responsible for safely operating a heavy‑duty truck to perform assigned duties on container delivery, recycling, residential, commercial, or industrial (roll‑off) routes. This position is responsible for efficiently servicing assigned customers, while complying with all local, state, and federal transportation regulations and with Company policies.

• Operates vehicle in accordance with OSHA/ DOT and all local, state and federal requirements.
• Performs pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
• Reports any vehicle deficiencies prior to and after each route day.
• Ensures vehicle is operating correctly while on the route and notifies Route Supervisor/Dispatch/Maintenance of any concerns.
• Understands and practices all policies and procedures as described per Athens Services Safety Rules.
• Uses standard tools and resources provided by the Company.
• Cleans area around any accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
• Identifies unsatisfactory waste barrels and tags containers due to contamination of waste streams.
• Follows all applicable rules and protocols when disposing at the Material Recovery Facility (MRF).
• Maintains a clean and safe vehicle; cleans waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip.
• Wears all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while operating specific machinery.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and Safety meetings as required by the Company.
• Works closely with Route Supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Supervisor or Dispatch, assisting operations as directed.
• Immediately notifies Route Supervisor of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damages.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Supervisor.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Properly positions containers on the customer’s property.
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking in at the end of the route.
• Provides a positive and professional attitude when dealing with customers.
• Performs the physical work required: bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, twisting, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces, and lifting < 50 lbs frequently.
• Works in wind, hot, cold, wet environments, around heavy equipment, and among refuse exposed to dusty conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Class A or B Driver’s License.
• 3+ years of experience operating a commercial vehicle.
• Clean Driving Record.
• Able to meet all DOT requirements.
• Able to provide exceptional customer service always.
• Good time management skills.
• Able to follow through multiple challenges as they arise.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Bilingual English / Spanish.
• Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry.

• Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, and smelling continuously.
• Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, and interpersonal abilities continuously.
• Eye/hand coordination, handling, and wrist motion continuously.
• Bending, reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling and lifting