Waste Collection Roll-Off Driver - Jersey City Serving Manhattan

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 37,027 - 52,736; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. is seeking a CDL Driver in Jersey City, NJ. Responsibilities include monitoring safety issues, performing vehicle inspections, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Applicants must hold a valid Class A or B CDL and have a minimum of one year of relevant experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Salary is set at USD $32.58 per hour. Join us to help maintain high safety and service standards while working in an outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must legally be eligible to work in the United States.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with CDL A or B within the last 7 years.
• Ability to read and understand maps.
• Must be able to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety and service-related issues.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Communicate with customers and Dispatchers.
• Dump containers and maintain a clean location.
• Follow Service Machine protocol.

Skills

Valid Class A or B CDL with airbrake endorsement

Experience operating a Roll Off Truck

Knowledge of DOT, OSHA regulations

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job description

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor for safety and service-related issues, as well as containers or other equipment in need of repair, and report any issues to the Route Supervisor or Dispatch.
• All employees are expected to be responsible and accountable for the safety for themselves, their colleagues, the trucks, and other equipment and property. Drivers must immediately notify Route Supervisor or Dispatch of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Communicate professionally with customers and Dispatchers at all times. This includes receiving complaints about schedules and quality of service. Our Drivers must make note of and report on any such complaints and respond in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Notifies Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Manager.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Positions containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Work closely with Route Supervisor to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Attend all required training, operational meetings, and mandatory monthly Safety Meetings.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• The Driver position may be required to lift up to 50 pounds, as well as mount and dismount the truck multiple times every route.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
• Drivers must be able to physically mount and dismount the truck throughout the duration of the workday.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• All Drivers must have a valid Class A or B CDL with airbrake endorsement, and a clean driving record.
• At least 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL A or B, within the last 7 years. Experience as a Driver or Helper for a refuse company is highly preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience driving and operating a Roll Off Truck
• Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and applicable traffic regulations.
• Must be able to speak and read English well enough to converse with the public, understand highway traffic and signals, respond to official questions, and be able to make legible entries on reports and records.
• Must be able to read and understand a map.
• Must be able to meet the physical and safety requirements of the position.
• Must be willing and able to work required worked hours as allowed under DOT regulation and may include weekend, night, and/or holiday work.

Benefits

Action Carting Environmental Services/ Interstate Waste Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.

Salary

USD $32.58 per hour.

Action Carting Environmental Services/ Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace.