Commercial Truck Driver (Los Angeles)

Job description :

The Driver is responsible for safely operating a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on container delivery, recycling, residential, commercial, or industrial (roll-off) routes. This position is responsible for efficiently servicing assigned customers, while complying with all local, state, and federal transportation regulations and with Company policies.

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) / Department of Transportation (DOT) requires as well as all local, state and federal requirements.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR). Responsible for reporting any vehicle deficiencies prior to and after each route day.
• Ensures vehicle is operating correctly while on the route and notifies Route Supervisor / Dispatch / Maintenance of any concerns.
• Understands and practices all policies and procedures as described per Athens Services Safety Rules. Makes use of standard tools and resources provided by the Company.
• Clean area around any accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste barrels and tag containers due to contamination of waste streams.
• Follow all applicable rules and protocols when disposing at the Material Recovery Facility (MRF).
• Maintain a clean and safe vehicle. Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip.
• Ensure all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn while operating specific machinery.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and Safety meetings as required by the Company.
• Works closely with Route Supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Supervisor or Dispatch, assisting operations as directed.
• Immediately notifies Route Supervisor of any incidents / accidents / injures / property damages.
• Communicates customer requests / issues to Dispatch / Route Supervisor.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customers location clean and free of debris. Properly positions containers on the customers property.
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.
• Provides a positive and professional attitude when dealing with customers.
• Working in Windy / Hot / Cold / Wet environments, working around heavy equipment, working among refuse and exposed to dusty conditions.
• Frequent exposure to traffic, being aware of all your surroundings, maintain a high level of communication with others.
• Continuously grasping, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, twisting, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces and lifting
• Able to work standing and / or sitting for long periods of time.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical / Environmental Demands :

Problem solving, oral / written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.

Eye / hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.

Bending, reaching, stretching, frequently, pushing, pulling and lifting 50 Lbs. continuously.