Driver Helper

Best Logistics Technology; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 37,250,000 - 54,443,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Logistics Technology is seeking a Driver Helper to ride along on a residential waste collection route and assist the Driver in delivering prompt, courteous service. The role focuses on loading waste, keeping the vehicle clean, and guiding the Driver from the ground to help maneuver the truck safely.

Responsibilities include operating loading mechanisms, performing vehicle inspections, interacting with customers and dispatchers, and ensuring routes are serviced efficiently while maintaining

Responsibilities

• Ride on the vehicle to assist the Driver during service on a designated route.
• Operate packing mechanism and levers to activate the lifting and loading mechanism.
• Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip; clean hopper and truck as applicable.
• Perform complete pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections; report safety issues on standard reports.
• Interact courteously with customers, dispatchers and others to ensure routes are serviced in a timely, professional manner.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
• Maintain area around any spill, following safety standards and policies.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Job description

The Driver Helper rides on the vehicle and assists a Driver in providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers who reside on a designated residential route. The Driver Helper is responsible for safely loading waste, as well as carrying bags and containers to the vehicle for disposal. The position assists the Driver in maneuvering his or her vehicle by directing the Driver from the ground. In addition, the Helper helps to maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle, as well as the on the route and in the work area.

PRINCIPAL 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.

Dress-Six-inch high top laced, approved work boot, short or long sleeved shirt and shorts or pants, preferably cargo style.

Must be able to pass background check and Drug screen