CDL Frontload Driver-Covington LA

About the role

The Front Load Driver operates refuse collection vehicles on pre-assigned and special routes to pick up garbage. This role requires a strong team orientation and dedication to providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Empties containers using levers inside truck cab to empty container into the truck using forks.
• May need to open corral doors to access containers and as needed, rolls 3-4 yard can on castors weighing up to 600 pounds into position for dumping.
• Picks up loose trash off truck and/or ground and cleans up spills that may occur.
• Transports waste to a designated local landfill/disposal area.
• Completes route / productivity sheets, records mileage, fuel consumption, log book (as required), Vehicle Condition Reports, and other forms.
• Communicates professionally with customers and reports any customer issues / complaints to appropriate internal contacts.
• Maintains clean truck and washes exterior weekly.
• Inspects/cleans truck: lift hood, inspect under the hood, walk around and check under carriage; pump gas, check fluid levels and air tires - Uses air gauge, dipstick for levels, and gas pump nozzle for gas fill.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A or B CDL valid for the state in which the position works.
• Requires a safe driving record.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Understand refuse collection policies, procedures, guidelines and practices; understanding of Department of Transportation and State requirements for operators of commercial motor vehicles.
• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Exhibit normal range of body motion.
• Drive a front-end, side, rear-end, or roll off loading refuse truck, including right-hand driver's position on certain equipment, observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Manipulate heavy equipment control levers.
• Follow a designated refuse collection route or work schedule;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Maintain written records and service responses.
• Must be able to speak and read English well enough to communicate with customers, co-workers, dispatch and supervisors, understand highway and traffic signals, and be able to make legible entries on paperwork.

Benefits

Waste Pro offers a $10,000.00 driver award every 3 years when the driver meets specific criteria. This award is designed specifically for drivers and is attainable.