Dump Truck Driver-Lafayette

Waste Pro USA; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driver incentive program

Job summary

Waste Pro USA is seeking energetic, team-oriented CDL drivers for the Lafayette area. The role involves securing loads, operating compaction equipment, and delivering courteous service to customers while maintaining vehicle safety and cleanliness.

A strong driving record and English literacy are required. Join a crew that values safety, reliability, and timely service, with opportunities for driver recognition through the company’s incentive program.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A or B CDL valid for the state in which the position works.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Must maintain a clean driving record.
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Secure containers by attaching hook and securing with straps and tarps.
• Provide courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and customers.
• Answer questions and direct customers to appropriate departments.
• Operate compaction and lift equipment on the vehicle.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections per DOT guidelines and company safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean truck and perform routine exterior washes and under-hood checks.

Education

CDL Class A or B

Must be at least 21 years old

Job description

Waste Pro has immediate Openings for Energetic, Team Oriented CDL Drivers in the Lafayette area!

Everyday thousands of Waste Pro trucks serve millions of customers. It takes professional, experienced, hardworking and dedicated people, working together, to accomplish this task. Work with the brightest people in the industry while driving some of the finest trucks built.

Did you know that Waste Pro offers a $10,000.00 driver award? This award designed specifically for drivers is attainable every 3 years when the driver meets specific criteria. (Yes ... it happens all the time)

Essential Job Functions

• Secure containers by attaching hook to container; uses control levers to pull container up on the bed of the truck, secures straps and hand tarp individual containers as necessary.
• Provides Distinguishably Different level of service through courteous and expeditious customer service in all aspects of refuse operation to the general public and customers. Exhibits a positive attitude towards company, customer and municipal goals.
• Answers questions for customers and directs them to contact Customer Service or Sales Representative for additional information
• Operates compaction and lift equipment on vehicle.
• Performs Daily Pre and Post Trip inspections as set forth by Waste Pro procedures and D.O.T. guidelines. Completes Safety Lane activity and DVIR daily in accordance with Waste Pro safety lane guidelines. Includes inspection under hood, check undercarriage, check fluid levels and air tires.
• Maintains clean truck and washes exterior weekly. Inspect/Clean Truck: Lift hood, inspect under the hood, walk around and check undercarriage; pump gas, check fluid levels and air tires - Uses air gauge, dipstick for levels, and gas pump nozzle for gas fill

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A or B CDL valid for the state in which the position works. Requires a clean driving record.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older
• Understand refuse collection policies, procedures, guidelines and practices; understanding of Department of Transportation and State requirements for operators of commercial motor vehicles.
• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction; See in the normal visual range with or without correction
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Maintain written records and service responses.
• Must be able to speak and read English well enough to communicate with customers, co-workers, dispatch and super visors, understand highway and traffic signals, and be able to make legible entries on paperwork.

Other Job Responsibilities

• Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
• Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro .
• Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor