Garbage Truck Driver

The Mahaffey Company; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Garbage Truck Driver to ensure efficient waste collection and grounds maintenance. This full-time role requires a valid CDL Class B license and a proactive attitude. Responsibilities include driving the garbage truck, collaborating with the collection crew, and performing various landscaping tasks. The ideal candidate will maintain a positive rapport with residents and co-workers while adhering to safety regulations. Join a team that values hard work and offers competitive pay along with benefits, including PTO and health insurance.

Benefits

401k with employer contribution

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Valid Florida CDL Class B license with a good driving record.
• Ability to communicate professionally and resolve resident concerns.

Responsibilities

• Drive garbage truck and maintain safe working habits.
• Perform grounds duties including mowing, trimming, and cleaning.

Skills

CDL Class B License

Driving Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Job description

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Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Garbage Truck Driver & Grounds Job Description

Reports to: Grounds Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Position Overview

The primary responsibility of the Garbage Truck Driver & Grounds position is to work in the collection of all garbage at the property along with numerous grounds duties. In this role, the individual should maintain a positive rapport with co-workers, residents and provide a high level of detailed follow-up with the Maintenance Supervisor. The Garbage Truck Driver & Grounds position should display a proactive, positive attitude and perform all job functions as described below.

Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Driving the garbage truck, company truck and golf carts – you must maintain a valid Florida CDL class B license with a good driving record at all times.
• Working with the Garbage Collection Crew to insure safe working habits and retrieval of any spillage.
• Maintaining, cleaning and servicing the garbage truck and supplies.
• Immediately notify Grounds Supervisor of problems, concerns, safety issues, etc.
• Duties involve lifting up to 75#.
• Mowing, blowing sidewalks and streets, weed-eating, stick edging, trimming hedges, raking, weeding plant/flower beds, digging, weed control, planting flowers, shrubs and trees.
• Position could also include moving furniture.
• Maintaining small hand tools.
• Pressure washing sidewalks and buildings.
• Working with the trim crew
• Checking after the crew to ensure receptacle lids are replaced.
• Submitting to periodic physical exams that are required in order to obtain/maintain your CDL certification.
• Working regular shifts and additional hours, when necessary, as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Executive Director.
• Following safe workplace rules and practices in order to prevent on-the-job injuries.
• Uses discretion and maintains confidentiality of co-workers, management, owners, past and current residents, and vendors.
• Adheres to established regulations related to the Fair Housing Act.
• Maintains consistent and timely attendance, sets an example for their co-workers in punctuality.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skill And Abilities

• Must have a valid Florida CDL class B license with a good driving record at all times
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends; Monday through Sunday, 9am – 6pm
• Ability to resolve resident concerns while maintaining a friendly and professional demeanor
• Ability to write and communicate professionally
• Ability to apply sound decision-making
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork by assisting co-workers
• Ability to communicate professionally and adapt interpersonal skills to a variety of audiences
• Must have reliable transportation
  
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to:

• Stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to handle, feel or grip, and reach with hands and arms while performing standard duties.
• Frequently required to climb stairs, walk, talk, hear, and drive a golf cart while on the property.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.
• Frequently use common office equipment, telephone, computer, keyboard, mouse, two-way radio, and variety of different keys.
  
  
  

Position Specifics & Benefits

• Full-time position; Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• 96 hours PTO accrued each year for first two years of service
• 136 hours of PTO each year after two years and above
• 176 hours of PTO accrued each year after 7 years of service
• 401k with 3% employer contribution
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance available after 30-day waiting period
• 90-day probationary period
  
  
  

DISCLAIMER

The Company is an are Equal Opportunity Employers. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Mahaffey Apartment Company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to add to or modify the duties and/or responsibilities of the Garbage Truck Driver & Grounds position at any time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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