Bin Delivery Driver

About the role

Join Athens Services as a Bin Delivery Driver and become an asset in our relentless pursuit of environmental sustainability! As a Bin Delivery Driver, you will be entrusted with the vital responsibility of operating a heavy-duty truck to execute various duties, including container delivery, recycling, residential, commercial, and industrial (roll-off) routes.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA)/Department of Transportation (DOT) requires as well as all local, state and federal requirements.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR). Responsible for reporting 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.
• Makes use of standard tools and resources provided by the Company.
• Clean area around any accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste barrels and tag containers due to contamination of waste streams.
• Follow all applicable rules and protocols when disposing at the Material Recovery Facility (MRF).
• Maintain a clean and safe vehicle. Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip.
• Ensure all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn 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/injures/property damages.
• Communicates customer requests/issues to Dispatch/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 other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Class C Driver's License
• 1 year of experience operating a commercial vehicle
• Able to provide exceptional customer service always
• 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

Preferred:

• Age 21 and over
• Commercial A or B
• Bilingual English / Spanish
• 3+ years of experience operating a commercial vehicle
• Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry
• Clean Driving Record

Physical and environmental demands

• Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously
• Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously
• Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously
• Bending, reaching, stretching, frequently, pushing, pulling and lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. continuously
• Working in Windy/Hot/Cold/Wet environments, working around heavy equipment, working among refuse and exposed to dusty conditions
• Frequent exposure to traffic, being aware of all your surroundings, maintain a high level of communication with others
• Continuously grasping, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, twisting, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces and lifting < 50 lb. frequently in all weather conditions
• Ability to work independently and together as a team
• Able to work standing and/or sitting for long periods of time
• Environmental Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously
• Works outside only

Pay

$27.79 - $29.43 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment