Residential Driver

Waste Pro, USA; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 driver award every 3 years

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Waste Pro, USA, is seeking energetic CDL Drivers to operate refuse collection vehicles in Jacksonville, FL. In this role, you will collect garbage, yard waste, and recycling while providing excellent customer service. Candidates must hold a valid Class A or B CDL and maintain a clean driving record.

As a driver, you will perform pre-trip inspections and ensure safe operations while adhering to company policies and DOT guidelines. This position offers a $10,000 driver award every three years based on performance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid Class A or B CDL.
• Ability to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive the truck on established routes.
• Collect garbage and recyclables from residential areas.
• Perform pre and post trip inspections.

Skills

Clean driving record

Customer service

CDL Class A or B

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Job description

Waste Pro has immediate Openings for Energetic CDL Drivers!

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) If you are energetic, team oriented and love a challenge apply with Waste Pro and be the Distinguishable Difference!

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Waste Pro Residential Driver operates refuse collection vehicles on pre-assigned and special routes to pick up garbage, yard waste, or recycling. Oversees work of helpers assisting on assigned route; 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

1. Safely drive truck on pre-established route in accordance with Decision Driving principles within prescribed time. Collect and dump garbage and refuse into refuse trucks while covering a designated route in a residential zone. Unload refuse trucks at the landfill, transfer station, or similar facility.
2. Provide a distinguishably different level of service through courteous and expeditious customer service in all aspects of refuse operation to the general public and customers. Exhibit a positive attitude toward company, customer and municipal goals.
3. Ensure garbage and recyclables at residences are picked up and transferred properly; pick up may require using back door. Tag improper refuse containers and waste.
4. Perform daily pre and post trip inspections as set forth by Waste Pro procedures and D.O.T. guidelines. Complete safety lane activity and DVIR daily in accordance with Waste Pro safety lane guidelines. Include inspection under hood, check under carriage, check fluid levels and air tires.
5. Maintain a clean truck and wash exterior weekly. Inspect and clean truck: lift hood, inspect under the hood, walk around and check under carriage; pump gas, check fluid levels and air tires; use air gauge, dipstick for levels, and gas pump nozzle for gas fill.
6. Perform a variety of manual duties in the clean-up of scattered refuse; move and empty large trash bins using truck hydraulics.
7. Prepare, maintain, and submit required company and regulation‑mandated reports and documents.
8. Be responsible for all persons working on vehicle during the designated route.
9. Comply with all Department of Transportation and State requirements for operators of commercial motor vehicles.
10. May be required to work during emergency situations.

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend and participate in corporation-sponsored training courses as assigned.
• Keep 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Works in a variety of environmental conditions, including wide temperature and weather variations such as heat, cold, snow, rain, wind; noise and vibrations; fumes, odors and dust.

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.
• 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 supervisors; understand highway and traffic signals; and be able to make legible entries on paperwork.

Special Considerations / Physical Work Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

1. Physically able to push or pull independently (unassisted) 50 pounds between 800 and 1000 times a day.
2. Physically able to lift independently (unassisted) 50 pounds from the ground to waist height between 800 and 1000 times a day.
3. Physically able to get up and down from the cab of a commercial motor vehicle between 800 and 1000 times a day.
4. Physically able to bend at the waist and knees between 800 and 1000 times a day.
5. Physically able to work 8 to 12 hours in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, and snow).