Helper

Meridian Waste; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays

Overtime Available

Minimum 40‑Hour Work Week

Job summary

Meridian Waste Columbia Hauling is seeking a Driver Helper to assist the Driver on a residential route in Columbia, SC. The role involves loading waste, guiding the Driver from the ground, and keeping the vehicle clean.

The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and customer service, with the potential for overtime and a stable 40-hour work week. Prior waste industry exposure is a plus, and a high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1-3 years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience in the Solid Waste Industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ride on the vehicle to assist the Driver on a designated route.
• Operate packing mechanism to lift and load waste.
• Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip and clean the hopper.
• Perform complete pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections per policy.
• Interact courteously with customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure timely service.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste and maintain safety standards.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Richland Hauling - Columbia, SC 29201

Salary Range: $19.00 Hourly

Meridian Waste Columbia Hauling is looking for motivated individuals to join a team that values safety, teamwork, and exceptional customer service. Enjoy a positive work environment, modern equipment, and opportunities to grow your career.

Summary

The Driver Helper rides on the vehicle and assists the Driver in providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers who reside on a designated residential route. Position 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.

Essential Duties and 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.
• Follow and comply with all safety policies.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Employee benefits

• 401(k) Match
• Paid Holidays
• Overtime Available
• Minimum 40‑Hour Work Week

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/ and or Experience:

• High School Diploma.
• 1-3 years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience in the Solid Waste Industry preferred.

Specialized Knowledge Required – Including any required certificates, licenses, and registrations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Heavy lifting (50-100 pounds), Shop Environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Outdoor work environment

In addition to the above, the performance of other related duties may be required.

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