Front Load Driver - Columbus

Waste Pro; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,500

Driver award $10,000 every 3 years

Job summary

Waste Pro is seeking energetic CDL drivers in Mississippi. The Front Load Driver operates refuse collection trucks on pre-assigned routes, performs pre-trip/post-trip checks, and ensures safe, courteous service to customers.

Qualified drivers hold a valid CDL A or B, are 21+, understand DOT rules, and can communicate in English. Rewards include a $2,500 sign-on bonus and a $10,000 driver award earned every 3 years.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class A or B CDL for the state.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Understand DOT requirements for CMVs.
• Must read and communicate in English.
• Ability to operate Front Load/Side/Rear/Roll-off trucks and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Service commercial routes and empty Front Load Containers into the truck.
• Complete route productivity sheets and vehicle forms.
• Provide courteous, expeditious customer service.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and safety checks.
• Maintain truck cleanliness and follow schedules.

Skills

CDL A/B

Safe driving

English proficiency

Job description

Waste Pro has immediate Openings forEnergetic CDL Drivers!

We are currently offering a $2500.00 sign on bonus paid over the first year of employment.

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)

The Front Load Driver operates refuse collection vehicles on pre-assigned and special routes to pick up garbage. Performs pre-trip and post-trip truck check and cleaning; and performs other related work as assigned. Work is performed under supervision and performance is reviewed while in progress and upon completion through direct observation of routes, and discussion of problems

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• The Front Load Driver is responsible for servicing commercial business picking up Front Load Containers. Empties containers using levers inside truck cab to empty container into the truck using forks. May need to open corral doors to access containers and as needed, rolls 3-4 yard can on castors weighing up to 600 pounds into position for dumping. Picks up loose trash off truck and/or ground and cleans up spills that may occur. Transports waste to a designated local landfill/disposal area.
• Completes route / productivity sheets, records mileage, fuel consumption, log book (as required), Vehicle Condition Reports, and other forms.
• Communicates professionally with customers and reports any customer issues / complaints to appropriate internal contacts. 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.
• Responsible for the safe operation of the truck which includes: pre-trip and post-trip inspections, evaluation of materials left for collections, determination of whether those materials include any hazardous materials, decision making and judgment regarding what materials may be placed safely in the truck for transport, and ensures the safety of each employee encountered.
• Cleans waste from the packer blade and the truck body on each landfill run to ensure smooth and safe operations
• Maintains clean truck and washes exterior weekly. Inspect/Clean Truck: Lift hood, inspect under the hood, walk around and check under carriage; 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 safe 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
• Exhibit normal range of body motion
• Drive a front-end, side, rear-end, or roll off loading refuse truck, including right-hand driver's position on certain equipment, observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Manipulate heavy equipment control levers
• Follow a designated refuse collection route or work schedule;
• 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.