Route Waste Helper: Driver Assistant

Meridian Waste

Anniston (AL)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 36,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Meridian Waste in Anniston, Alabama is hiring a Driver Helper to ride along with the Driver on a designated residential route. You will assist with loading waste, operate packing mechanisms, interact with customers, and help keep trucks clean and safe; prior waste industry experience is a plus.

This full-time role requires physical ability to lift 50-100 pounds, adherence to safety policies, and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

High School Diploma.
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 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.