Residential Waste Route Driver

Meridian Waste; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Waste seeks a Residential Driver to safely operate a collection truck and provide prompt, courteous waste removal services. The role ensures vehicle safety compliance with company standards and daily vehicle condition reporting to address defects promptly.

The position emphasizes strong customer service, adherence to safety policies, and reliable completion of route duties in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Customer service and safety focus; ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Strong reading and writing skills for reports and logs.
• Attention to detail and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections and report safety issues.
• Operate truck on designated routes, service customers per route sheet, and follow dispatcher directions.
• Load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose material at the facility.
• Interact courteously with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers.
• Identify unsafe waste containers and tag as needed.
• Monitor waste quality and clean spills according to safety standards.
• Maintain vehicle readiness and clean debris on disposal trips.
• Complete required productivity sheets and vehicle condition reports.

Skills

Reading and writing skills

Education

CDL Class B with air brakes

Job description

Meridian Waste seeks a Residential Driver to safely operate a collection truck and provide prompt, courteous waste removal services. The role ensures vehicle safety compliance with company standards and daily vehicle condition reporting to address defects promptly.

The position emphasizes strong customer service, adherence to safety policies, and reliable completion of route duties in a fast-paced environment.