Truck Driver; CDL​/Residential

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The Residential Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transport them to post‑collection facilities.

• Operate a residential/recycling collection, side‑load and/or rear‑load truck, ancillary equipment, and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified routes.
• Load solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables into the rear or side of the vehicle.
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash into the vehicle.
• Operate the truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver‑induced mechanical failures.
• Complete pre‑trip and post‑trip safety inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets, and other documentation requested by the supervisor daily.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor immediately.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• Follow all safety standards and 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 a clean vehicle by cleaning the cab interior and exterior.
• Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove them from the waste cart or can.
• Manage assigned helper(s) if applicable.
• Conform in all respects with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, and company policies and directives from supervisors.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment is 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 (e.g., when meeting customers or the general public on route or in uniform).
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• Maintain inventory of all containers and residential carts and spare parts; recommend purchase of additional items to supervisor.
• Work closely with the 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.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
• Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Minimum one (1) year of commercial driving experience or a CDL school certificate.
• Must 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 of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance required for safe operation.
• Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering the 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 a commitment to 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 (e.g., two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing.
• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures.

• 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 the ability to adjust focus due to constant vehicle maneuvering in tight and high traffic areas.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to…