Residential Garbage Truck Driver - CDL

The Residential Driver is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, providing prompt and courteous service to customers, and ensuring the proper collection and disposal of residential waste and recyclables in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Reports To: Operations Supervisor

Essential Job Duties

• Operate residential collection truck in a safe and efficient manner.
• Collect waste and recyclables from residential customers on assigned routes.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Communicate with dispatch and route supervisors regarding issues or delays.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the vehicle.
• Follow all safety guidelines and DOT regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service and resolve customer concerns when necessary.

Scope Of Responsibility

• Responsible for the safe and timely collection of residential waste and recyclables.
• Expected to follow assigned routes and schedules with minimal supervision.

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate heavy-duty trucks and related equipment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to read and interpret route sheets and maps.
• Basic familiarity with mobile devices such as tablets or route tracking apps.
• Ability to enter service notes and complete route information electronically.
• Comfort using handheld scanners, GPS applications, and other digital tools as required by operations.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid CDL Class B license with air brake endorsement.
• Minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regularly lift and carry heavy loads, often up to 75 pounds or more.
• Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching to collect garbage.
• Long hours of driving, often in congested or hazardous conditions.
• Exposure to various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• High noise levels from trucks and machinery.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials and unpleasant odors.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Travel Required

Local travel only; no overnight travel required.

Pay

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