CDL Driver - Container Delivery

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate container delivery truck and operate on-board hydraulic systems to deliver and remove solid waste dumpster containers.

• 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.

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

• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.

• Must keep inventory on yard in an orderly manner

• Position containers at customer location to ensure potential hazards are minimized or eliminated.

• Ensure containers without lids are covered during transport.

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

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

• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/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 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.

• May 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.

• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

• Minimum of one (1) year commercial truck driving experience OR CDL school certificate.

• 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 Abilities:

• 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 25 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds. Occasionally move/push up to 300 pounds.

• Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.

• Ability to work in usually loud conditions

Working Conditions:

• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending on season), moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles

• Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.

• Works route away from branch…