Trash Truck Driver – Roll Off
Job Description
Job Detail
- Operates a Roll Off large container truck to service Industrial, Commercial & Construction customers needing large containers on assigned routes that typically change daily in different service areas
- Secures and covers all loads to ensure safe transport to disposal or processing locations
- Prepares, receives, and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery and pickup of containers to ensure timely service
- Covers and secures loads following all safety and DOT regulations
- Complies with all safety procedures at disposal and processing sites
- Maintains radio or telephone communications with dispatch and supervisor to receive instructions or notice of changes concerning deliveries or pickups
- Maintains route sheets, vehicle inspection records, and follows all federal and state DOT regulations
- Responsible for completing daily pre & post trip inspections, attends all mandatory safety meetings & briefings
- Follows operational standards and policies, maintains a valid Texas CDL and DOT medical card
- Operates the equipment in a safe and efficient manner while following all laws and regulations paying attention to speed limits, warning signs, extra care in construction zones and does not haul overloaded or overweight containers
- Follows all of the FMSCA/DOT guidelines
- Identify, tag, or communicate any scheduled services not provided for any reason and never collect any prohibited or hazardous waste
- Maintain a clean vehicle and presentable appearance when communicating with Roll Off customers
- Responsible for completing daily pre & post trip inspections
- Complies with all mandatory safety meetings & briefings, operational standards & policies, and maintains a valid Texas CDL and DOT medical card
- Reports all safety and service incidents to the Supervisor immediately
Minimum Qualifications
At least 3 years of satisfactory driving experience of Class A or B vehicles preferred - Excellent communication skills and ability to deal professionally with customers, dispatchers, mechanics and other drivers
- Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
- Excellent driving skills
- Computer Skills: Basic use of Tablets and Applications
- Pass drug screen and criminal background check
- Successfully complete and pass a written and road test
- Meet all Federal & State DOT requirements
Physical Requirements
Must be able to pass a DOT physical - Must be able to climb into and out of truck several times per day using 3 points of contact
- Must be able to sit for long periods as well as walk for short periods
- Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl and squat in order to perform a full inspection of the underside of the truck and inspect tires for adequate inflation and potential damage
- Must be able to work outside for short periods of time in all types of weather
- Must be able to see and hear proficiently to operate a commercial motor vehicle in a safe manner
- Must be able to work in a moderately noisy environment
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
Possess a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License
Company supplies: Safety boots, uniforms and all PPE ~
