CDL -Residential Driver

Responsibilities

• Operate a residential/recycling collection truck (side-load and/or rear-load) and ancillary equipment 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 waste collection vehicle.
• Operate equipment to compact trash into the vehicle using prescribed techniques to prevent driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections, daily truck reports, route sheets, and other required documentation.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanics and supervisors immediately.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• Follow all safety standards, equipment checks, and precautions in performance of duties.
• Comply with federal, state/provincial, local, and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness by cleaning the cab interior and exterior.
• Identify and tag prohibited waste items, removing them from waste carts or cans.
• Manage assigned Helper(s), if applicable.
• Conform to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots).
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisors immediately.
• Maintain a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance at all times.
• Maintain accurate records of services performed and inventory of containers, carts, and spare parts.
• Recommend purchase of additional containers, carts, and spare parts to supervisors.
• Work closely with supervisors to improve routing efficiencies.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties as required or requested by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED desired.
• Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Minimum one (1) year of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate.
• Must meet relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to company standards.
• Ability to safely drive the truck and operate equipment.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of truck components and basic maintenance for safe operation.
• Ability to control and maneuver the truck in tight spaces, including backing up distances of approximately 120 feet or more using mirrors.
• Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (e.g., gasoline or other flammable materials).
• Effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend documents and maps.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Flexibility to adapt to change and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper techniques.
• Ability to coordinate limbs (e.g., arms and legs) while sitting or standing.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
• Visual requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus for maneuvering in tight and high-traffic areas.
• Ability to lift/move up to 10 pounds regularly, 25 pounds frequently, and 100 pounds occasionally.
• Sitting may be required up to 75% of the time due to driving responsibilities.
• Ability to work in loud conditions.

Working Conditions

• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, extreme hot and cold weather, moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic/caustic chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Work outdoors up to 100% of the time, often away from the branch location throughout the day.
• Occasionally work in high or precarious places.
• Constant exposure to motor vehicle traffic conditions.
• Work environment is usually loud.

Job ID: R37805