Waste & Recycling Route Driver

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Driver to provide timely, safe, and courteous hauling along an assigned route. Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, learning route geography, and servicing waste bins while maintaining public safety as a priority.

Ideal candidates hold a CDL and DOT medical card, with at least one year of refuse truck driving experience and a preference for experience in resource recovery. High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of waste and recycling collection practices.
• Ability to operate basic vehicle systems and perform safety procedures.
• Good understanding of local, state and federal safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, safe, courteous hauling along assigned route.
• Perform daily pre and post trip vehicle inspections.
• Learn geography of the route and surrounding areas.
• Service trash, recycling, compost and mixed waste bins.
• Clean up spills and return bins to proper area.
• Operate the vehicle with safety as primary responsibility.
• Use in-cab routing system and communicate with dispatch.
• Follow hazardous waste handling procedures and regulations.
• Report accidents, injuries or maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain safety compliance with coworkers and customers.
• Participate in trainings to improve service.

Skills

Waste collection knowledge

Truck mechanics basics

Safety regulations

Communication

Time management

Education

Commercial driver’s license + DOT medical card

High school diploma or GED

1 year refuse truck driving experience

Resource recovery experience preferred

Job description

Universal Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Driver to provide timely, safe, and courteous hauling along an assigned route. Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, learning route geography, and servicing waste bins while maintaining public safety as a priority.

Ideal candidates hold a CDL and DOT medical card, with at least one year of refuse truck driving experience and a preference for experience in resource recovery. High school diploma or GED is preferred.