Truck Driver Trainee Commercial License

ADP, Inc.; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Waste Systems, Inc. in Vernon, CA is seeking a Driver/Driver Trainee to provide timely, safe, and courteous hauling along an assigned route. The role offers hands-on training to perform essential truck duties while gradually achieving full responsibility.

The Driver Trainee will learn route geography, operate in-cab systems, protect public safety, and comply with hazardous waste handling rules. One year of commercial driving experience is preferred; a valid CDL and DOT medical card are

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CDL and DOT medical card.
• At least one year of refuse truck driving experience.
• Knowledge of waste and recycling operations and safety rules.
• HS diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Learn route geography and service assigned areas.
• Operate waste collection vehicles to service bins safely.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and health rules.
• Use in-cab systems and radios to stay connected with dispatch.
• Report accidents or issues promptly and accurately.

Skills

Principles of waste & recycling

Basic truck mechanics

Health and safety rules

Education

CDL + DOT medical card

1 year refuse truck driving

Experience in resource recovery

HS diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Driver/Driver Trainee postion at South Gate & Vernon, CA

Description

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

Note: When working as the Driver Trainee, driver is learning essential responsibilities, knowledge, skills and abilities until which time the driver has successfully demonstrated that they are able to complete all functions without direct on-site supervision.

• Perform daily pre and post trip inspection of vehicle.
• Learn geography of assigned route and surrounding areas.
• Service trash, recycling, compost and/or mixed waste bins using various types of collections vehicles.
• Clean up spills and overflows and return bins to their proper area.
• Operate vehicles with public safety as your primary responsibility.
• Utilize in-cab electronic computer systems to follow route and service requirements.
• Use radio to effectively communicate with dispatch and route supervisors.
• 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.
• Report all accidents, injuries or maintenance issues in a timely manner.
• Observe and comply with all applicable safety regulations, rules, policies and procedures.
• Maintain collaborative working relationship with coworkers and customers.
• 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.

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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

• Current and valid commercial driver’s license and DOT medical card.
• One year of refuse truck driving experience required.
• Experience in the resource recovery industry preferred.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Note: Those in the Driver Trainee classification require one year of previous commercial driving experience.

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.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.