Truck Driver Front Loader

Universal Waste Systems, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Front Load Driver to provide timely, safe hauling along an assigned route. You will perform pre/post-trip inspections and operate waste collection vehicles with a focus on customer service.

You will learn the route geography, handle complex route requirements, and follow in-cab routing and radio communications. A CDL and DOT medical card are required, with at least one year of refuse truck experience.

Qualifications

• CDL and DOT medical card required.
• 1 year of refuse truck driving experience required.
• Experience in resource recovery preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre and post trip inspections.
• Learn geography of assigned route and surrounding areas.
• Service trash, recycling, compost and/or mixed waste bins.
• Clean up spills and return bins to proper area.
• Operate vehicles with public safety as priority.
• Use in-cab routing system to follow route requirements.
• Communicate with dispatch and route supervisors via radio.
• Observe safety and environmental regulations for waste handling.
• Report accidents, injuries or maintenance issues promptly.
• Follow all safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain positive relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Participate in trainings to improve service.

Skills

Waste collection

Truck maintenance basics

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

CDL and DOT medical card

High school diploma or GED

Tools

On-board routing system

Job description

Job Description

Description

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

Essential Responsibilities

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.

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 required.
3. Experience in the resource recovery industry preferred.
4. 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.