Driver Helper

Responsibilities

• Ride on the vehicle to assist the Driver while servicing customers on a designated route.
• Operate packing mechanism and various levers and handles to activate the lifting and loading mechanism.
• Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip; spray and clean the hopper and truck, if applicable.
• Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle in accordance with Company policy; report any safety issues on standard reports.
• Courteously interact with all customers, dispatchers and others on a daily basis to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
• Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
• Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Industry leading benefits
• Multiple and flexible medical plans
• Outstanding PTO program
• Floating Holidays
• Strong 401k program and company match
• Tuition reimbursement plan
• College loan reimbursement
• College scholarship program for dependents
• Parental Leave Program
• Inclusive culture
• Employee engagement events
• Employee resource groups

Pay

Competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.

Company match on 401K

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days

Schedule

Hours vary based on route and shift, but typically include daytime and evening hours.