Transfer Driver

Arakelian Enterprises Inc; California; On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid vacation and sick time

Career plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Athens Services in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Transfer Driver to safely move waste and green waste using a walking floor truck-trailer. You will follow daily routes to landfills and comply with DOT regulations and company policies.

The role requires a Class A CDL, at least two years of driving experience, a clean driving record, and strong customer service, time management, and physical stamina. You'll perform vehicle inspections, secure cargo, and handle adverse weather tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• At least 2 years of driving experience with a valid license.
• Able to meet all DOT requirements and provide exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Daily driving to landfills based on routing and weather conditions.
• Secure cargo and maneuver vehicle in tight spaces with pedestrian traffic.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and complete required forms.
• Tarps and chains as needed; manual tasks such as shoveling snow in winter.
• Maintain a safe, clean vehicle and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Overtime may be required as operational needs arise.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Class A CDL

DOT Regulations

Clean Driving Record

Job description

Summary

The Transfer Driver is responsible for safely transporting cargo to and from pre-designated sites based on daily routing information. A walking floor truck-trailer combination is used to transport trash, green waste, C&D (wood, asphalt, and roof shingles). This position is responsible for efficiently servicing assigned locations, while complying with all local, state, and federal transportation regulations and with Company policies.

Job Description

Daily driving to specific landfills, depending on weather conditions. Properly secures cargo and maneuvers vehicle in and around tight corners and around high pedestrian traffic. Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle/equipment, and complete necessary forms. Tarp trailer to ensure no trash flies out. Manual cranking of device will be needed. Climb and get in back of trailer to sweep out residue of trash remaining in truck after dumping trash. Winter time, will need to shovel snow. Put chains on truck depending on road conditions. Change tires of both trailer and truck, as needed. Maintains a safe and clean working vehicle. Reports any unsafe situations to direct supervisor. Perform other duties as assigned. Ability to work overtime as needed.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D. At least 2 years of driving experience. Valid Class A Commercial License. Clean Driving Record. Able to meet all DOT requirements. Able to provide exceptional customer service always. Good time management skills. Able to follow through multiple challenges as they arise. Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English / Spanish
• Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, transportation industry
• Freight delivery driving experience

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Physical: Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously. Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously. Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously. Bending, reaching, stretching, frequently, and lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. frequently.
• Environmental: Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously. Works outside only.

Salary

Salary: $31.91 - $35.41 hourly

Schedule

Schedule: Monday - Friday from 6:30 am - 3:30 pm and Saturdays based on operational needs

Benefits

Benefits: Competitive wages Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision 401K Life Insurance Paid Vacation and Sick Time Career plan Recognition programs Professional development learning An exceptional work environment

EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. Athens Services is a local, family-owned waste collection and recycling company that has been a fixture in the greater Los Angeles community for the past 60 years. We provide innovative, consistent, and quality environmental services to our more than 250,000 customers in the 50+ communities we serve. Through reuse, recycling, and composting, Athens diverts valuable resources from landfills.