Job Description
Job Description
Driver Operator - Class A - Level 1 Job Responsibilities :
As a Driver Operator, you'll play a vital part in our daily operations, taking charge of safely operating heavy trucks and specialized equipment. Your responsibilities will include ensuring cargo is loaded and unloaded correctly, managing all necessary paperwork, and performing thorough inspections. Driver Operators are expected to take pride in maintaining their vehicle, stay on schedule, and communicate effectively with both our dispatch team and valued customers. It's important to know that this job can involve working in a dirty and physically demanding environment, so a willingness to handle strenuous physical labor is a must.
Driver Operator Responsibilities :
- Operate commercial vehicles safely and efficiently, following traffic laws and regulations, and adhering to hours-of-service requirements
- Load and unload cargo, ensuring it is properly secured, and managing paperwork related to shipments
- Collect delivery instructions from dispatcher, verifying instructions and routes
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, report maintenance issues, and perform routine maintenance tasks
- Communicate with dispatchers and customers, maintain accurate trip logs, and document deliveries
- Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
- Transport non-hazardous and hazardous materials in accordance with applicable guidelines, DOT, and company safety procedures
- Perform industrial work and biohazard cleanups
- Assist in the removal of soil, debris, and cleanup of spill sites
- Other duties as assigned
Competencies :
Compliance and Risk Management : Ability to ensure work is done within industry regulations while upholding TAS' safety requirements, ensuring all employees adhere to rules and regulationsRelationship Management and Communication : Ability to effectively build, maintain, and navigate interactions with others with clear and concise communicationsCustomer Focus : Ability to prioritize and meet the needs of customers, both internal and externalProblem Solving : Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve challenges effectivelyExecution : Ability to translate plans and strategies into tangible results, getting things done effectively and efficientlyProduct Knowledge : Deep understanding of company offerings and products as well as industry regulationsEducation and Experience :
CDL Class A LicenseHazmat EndorsementTanker EndorsementAbility to read, write and do mathematicsPhysical Requirements :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hearThis position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing at timesThe employee must frequently lift or move items up to 60 poundsMust be able to frequently climb stairs and laddersMay occasionally deal with heightsAbility to wear Personal Equipment, including Respiratory ProtectionConsists of both office setting and physical jobsiteAble to work in confined spaces when neededEEO / AA Employer / Veteran / Disabled Statement :
TAS Environmental Services, LP provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
TAS Environmental Services, LP is recognized as a leading regional provider of Environmental Services. Our service offer includes Emergency Response, Industrial Cleaning, Waste Management and Midstream Services and Solutions. Our mission is to build unrivaled partnerships by being an invaluable safe resource to our customers through knowledge, collaboration, and the dedication of our people. We aim to deliver best-in-class performance across the business system while adhering to our core values and maintaining the highest standard of ethical business practices.