Residential Driver

About This Role

Operate a commercial vehicle to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on a specified route, ensuring safety, efficiency, and adherence to company standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a residential/recycling collection truck (side-load and/or rear-load), ancillary equipment, and hydraulic system
• Load solid waste, yard waste, and/or recyclables into the waste collection vehicle
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and reports
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management
• Follow all safety standards, equipment checks, and precautions
• Maintain a clean vehicle interior and exterior
• Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove them from the cart or can
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate
• Ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment
• Ability to control operations of equipment
• Ability to identify unacceptable waste

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired
• Minimum one (1) year of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate