Waste Route Driver – Safe, Efficient Hauling Expert

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Driver to provide timely, efficient, safe and courteous hauling service along an assigned route in the Phoenix area.

The role includes pre/post trip inspections, route geography learning, and servicing waste bins with safety as a top priority. Responsibilities include operating vehicles, using in-cab routing systems, following regulations, and communicating with dispatch.

Qualifications

• Current and valid CDL 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Waste collection

Truck basics

Safety rules

Communication

Education

HS diploma

CDL DOT

Job description

Universal Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking a Driver to provide timely, efficient, safe and courteous hauling service along an assigned route in the Phoenix area.

The role includes pre/post trip inspections, route geography learning, and servicing waste bins with safety as a top priority. Responsibilities include operating vehicles, using in-cab routing systems, following regulations, and communicating with dispatch.