Trash Truck Driver (CDL A or B)

Universal Waste Systems; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Waste Systems in Silver City, NM, is seeking a Driver to provide timely, safe hauling along an assigned route. You will perform pre/post trip inspections, learn route geography, service waste bins, and operate in-cab systems while maintaining safety and communication with dispatch.

The role emphasizes adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations, teamwork, and ongoing training to enhance skills and service quality.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of waste and recycling collection practices.
• Basic truck maintenance knowledge.
• Familiarity with health and safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Haul waste on assigned routes safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Learn geography of the route and surrounding areas.
• Service bins for trash, recycling, compost, and mixed waste.
• Operate in-cab computer systems to follow routes and service requirements.
• Communicate with dispatch and route supervisors by radio.
• Adhere to hazardous waste handling and disposal regulations.
• Report accidents, injuries or maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain a positive, collaborative relationship with coworkers and customers.

Skills

Waste collection

Truck mechanics

Safety rules

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Commercial driver’s license (CDL)

DOT medical card

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The primary role of the Driver is to provide timely, efficient, safe and courteous hauling service to customers along an assigned route.

1. Perform daily pre and post trip inspection of vehicle.

2. Learn geography of assigned route and surrounding areas.

3. Service trash, recycling, compost and/or mixed waste bins using various types of collections vehicles.

4. Clean up spills and overflows and return bins to their proper area.

5. Operate vehicles with public safety as your primary responsibility.

6. Utilize in-cab electronic computer systems to follow route and service requirements.

7. Use radio to effectively communicate with dispatch and route supervisors.

8. Observe and comply with hazardous waste and material handling and disposal procedures and regulations as

set forth by local, state and federal environmental and health agencies.

9. Report all accidents, injuries or maintenance issues in a timely manner.

10. Observe and comply with all applicable safety regulations, rules, policies and procedures.

11. Maintain collaborative working relationship with coworkers and customers.

12. Participate in external, Department and Company-wide trainings to increase skill sets and improve service.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles of waste and recycling collection.
• Basic truck mechanics and parts.
• Federal, state and local job site health and safety rules, regulations and best practices.

03/17 MMH

Ability to:

• Maintain a positive attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Proactively establish trust and credibility with coworkers by maintaining accountability.
• Contribute to the team dynamic by promoting inclusion, support and collaboration amongst coworkers.
• Take initiative, self-manage time and productivity through multitasking.
• Effectively and concisely communicate both orally and in writing.
• Think independently and creatively to problem solve.
• Read and utilize on-board electronic routing system.

Education, Training & Experience

1. Current and valid commercial driver’s license and DOT medical card.

2. One year of refuse truck driving experience preferred.

3. Training available for those with current and clean CDL.

4. Experience in the resource recovery industry preferred.

5. High school diploma or GED preferred.

Supplemental Information

Universal Waste Systems, Inc. celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.