Route Driver - Floater (Varied Shifts)

Recology; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Annual wellness incentives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Educational assistance

Commuting benefits

Employee referral program

Job summary

Recology Western Oregon - Valley is seeking a Floater to oversee the operation of assigned vehicles with a strong emphasis on safety and customer relations. You will cover various shifts and ensure timely, safe delivery and handling of materials across service areas.

Under limited supervision, you will perform pre/post-trip inspections, apply safety procedures, and maintain compliance with load limits and regulations while supporting community relations and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• One year of commercial driving experience (Two years of commercial driving experience preferred).
• Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
• Basic computer programs.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current commercial driver's license and a current valid medical card.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily routine safety checks, and pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicle.
• Ensures all safety measures appropriate for operation of assigned vehicle are consistently and efficiently applied.
• Operates vehicle in all assigned service areas in a timely and efficient manner.
• Loads all assigned materials according to normal operating procedures and reports any violations to supervisor.
• Ensures hazardous materials are not accepted, as able.
• Assures materials being transported comply within the legal load limits.
• Reports all accidents and/or safety violations to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
• Maintain support of good customer relations and positively influences the community’s perception of the Company throughout all applicable service areas.

Skills

Commercial driving

Safety procedures

Load safety

Pre/post trip inspections

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer programs

Job description

Recology Western Oregon - Valley is seeking a Floater to oversee the operation of assigned vehicles with a strong emphasis on safety and customer relations. You will cover various shifts and ensure timely, safe delivery and handling of materials across service areas.

Under limited supervision, you will perform pre/post-trip inspections, apply safety procedures, and maintain compliance with load limits and regulations while supporting community relations and operational efficiency.