Truck Driver Side Loader

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Waste Systems, Inc. in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Driver to provide timely and safe hauling along an assigned route. You will perform daily pre and post trip inspections and service trash, recycling, compost, and other waste bins, ensuring efficient operations.

Operate vehicles with safety as a priority, communicate with dispatch, and follow hazardous waste handling procedures. Training will help expand skills and contribute to excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of waste and recycling collection practices.
• Basic understanding of truck mechanics and parts.
• Familiarity with federal, state and local health and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate waste collection vehicle on assigned route.
• Perform daily pre and post trip inspections.
• Service trash, recycling, compost and/or mixed waste bins.
• Observe safety regulations and regulations, and report issues.
• Communicate with dispatch via radio and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with coworkers and customers to ensure quality service.
• Participate in trainings to improve skills and knowledge.

Skills

Waste collection principles

Truck mechanics basics

Safety regulations awareness

Education

One year refuse truck driving experience

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

*Position is located at 1441 N. VIP Blvd. Casa Grande, AZ

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.

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.