Trash Truck Helper: Safe Curbside Pickup & Support

Solid Waste Services; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

J.P. Mascaro & Sons is seeking reliable Sanitation Workers/Driver's Helpers for our Berks County division in Reading, PA. The role involves riding the back of a trash truck, assisting the driver to navigate, and collecting curbside waste and recycling in a safe, efficient manner.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and a valid, active driver's license. Training is provided; the work is day shift in a family-like environment with a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid, active Driver's License required.
• Experience in sanitation or waste collection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Show up for work on time with proper PPE and ready to go.
• Assist the driver to safely navigate and back up the truck.
• Use hand signals to communicate with the driver and stay in view.
• Collect curbside waste and/or recycling safely and efficiently.
• Ensure spills are cleaned and customers are treated politely and professionally.
• Refer questions to the route supervisor as soon as practical.
• Assist with pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and keep the truck clean.

Skills

Safety procedures

Backing navigation

Team player

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equival

Job description

J.P. Mascaro & Sons is seeking reliable Sanitation Workers/Driver's Helpers for our Berks County division in Reading, PA. The role involves riding the back of a trash truck, assisting the driver to navigate, and collecting curbside waste and recycling in a safe, efficient manner.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent and a valid, active driver's license. Training is provided; the work is day shift in a family-like environment with a strong safety culture.