Class A CDL Driver - Tractor Trailer

Pay: $24/hour

Benefits:

• 15 days of paid time off

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options

• Health Savings Account with employer match option

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k) with an employer match up to 4%

• Supplemental health plans through Aflac

• Employer paid basic life insurance

• Employee paid short-term disability option

• Employer-paid long-term disability

• Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program

• 7 paid holidays annually

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate tractor-trailer truck and on-board hydraulic systems on assigned route to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on a specified collection route.

• Make sure each load is secure by checking that tarp is closed properly and that no loose trash is visible.

• Ensure all trash is emptied out of the trailer when dumping a load.

• Provide CSR with each trailer number after the load is dumped and net weight.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.

• Attend safety and branch meetings.

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

• May be required to work overtime.

Requirements:

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

• Must possess a vaild Commerical Driver's License

• Minimum one (1) years of commercial 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:

• 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

• Knowledge of air brakes on tractor trailer.

• Ability to driver a vehicle that carries up to 80,000 lbs or 40 tons.

Physical/Mental Demands:

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