Swing Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Topeka, KS is seeking a professional CDL driver to operate multiple waste collection vehicles on diverse routes.

You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain logs, and ensure timely service with safety as a priority. Responsibilities include communicating any mechanical issues, keeping the vehicle clean, supervising helpers when assigned, and adhering to all federal, state and company policies.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License.
• Minimum one year of commercial driving experience or CDL school certificate.
• Must meet safety-sensitive criteria per company standards.
• Ability to safely drive trucks and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more vehicle types on collection routes.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to supervisor promptly.
• Maintain clean vehicle interior and exterior.
• Follow safety standards and company policies at all times.
• Report accidents or incidents immediately.
• May train other drivers as needed.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Route planning

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL (Commercial Driver's License)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate one or more vehicle types with both automatic and standard transmission and collect solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables on a collection route. Route may vary daily based on service needs.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
• Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately
• Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• Perform extra or special pick-ups.
• May be needed to complete route observations on all routes on a pre-determined basis, document findings and provide report to immediate supervisor.
• Stop service directives.
• Develop directions to new accounts.
• May assist with training other Drivers.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
• Must have a vaild Commerical Driver's License
• Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: for safe operation
• Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more
• Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials)
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques
• Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing
• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
• Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
• Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.
• Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Working Conditions:

• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending on season), moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic & caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles
• Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time
• Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.
• Occasionally work in high precarious places
• Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly
• Work environment is usually l