Commercial Truck Driver

Recology; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Recology San Mateo County in San Carlos, CA is seeking a Driver responsible for efficient operation of assigned vehicle, safety procedures, and maintaining strong customer relations across service areas.

You will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, load materials per procedures, comply with load limits and regulatory requirements, and support a waste-zero mission through reliable, courteous service.

Qualifications

• One year of commercial driving experience (Two years preferred).
• Principles and practices of job site safety and state/local regulations including waste regulations.
• Basic computer programs.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current commercial driver's license and a current valid medical card.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily routine safety checks and pre-trip inspections.
• Operates vehicle in assigned service areas in a timely and efficient manner.
• Loads all assigned materials according to procedures and reports violations to supervisor.
• Ensures hazardous materials are not accepted, as able.
• Maintains compliance with legal load limits for transported materials.
• Reports accidents and safety violations promptly.
• Maintains positive customer relations and supports the company’s community image.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Safety awareness

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Two-way radio

Job description

City: San Carlos

Location: 1073 - Recology San Mateo County

Subsidiary Name: Recology San Mateo County

THE ROLE OF DRIVER

Under limited supervision, accountable for the efficient and effective operation of assigned vehicle, the consistent application of safety and operational procedures, and maintenance of good customer relations throughout all applicable service areas.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Performs daily routine safety checks, and pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicle.
• Ensures all safety measures appropriate for operation of assigned vehicle are consistently and efficiently applied.
• Operates vehicle in all assigned service areas in a timely and efficient manner.
• Loads all assigned materials according to normal operating procedures and reports any violations to supervisor.
• Ensures hazardous materials are not accepted, as able.
• Assures materials being transported comply within the legal load limits.
• Reports all accidents and/or safety violations to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
• Maintain support of good customer relations and positively influences the community’s perception of the Company throughout all applicable service areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• One year of commercial driving experience (Two years of commercial driving experience preferred).
• Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
• Basic computer programs.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current commercial driver's license and a current valid medical card.

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Ability to perform continuous physical exertions such as repetitive lifting, pushing, and pulling receptacles as part of a rigorous daily routine.
• Ability to mount and dismount the truck.
• Ability to perform pre and post trip vehicle inspections.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays.
• Ability to work in all weather extremes including extreme hot or cold, wet or dry conditions.
• Ability to promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources
• Work under pressure, handle stressful situations and maintain flexibility.
• Ability to maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
• Ability to understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Consistently build knowledge and expertise about current job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors and customers. Ability to communicate on a twoway radio or similar device.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.