Utility Driver

Description

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;

maintains a clean and safe vehicle.

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
• Ensures vehicle is operating correctly while on the route and notifies Route Supervisor / Dispatch / Maintenance of any concerns.
• Understands and practices operating as prescribed in Athens Services Safety Rules.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations / service calls to Route Supervisor / Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and Safety meetings as required by the Company.
• Makes use of standard tools and resources provided 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 other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Route Supervisor of any incidents / accidents / injures / property damage.
• Notifies Dispatch / Route Supervisor of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests / issues to Dispatch / Route Supervisor.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Completes and submits DCI’S (driver call inquiry).
• Properly positions containers on the customer’s property.
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.
• Provides a positive professional customer attitude when dealing with customers.
• Assists other drivers in completing routes as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Class A or B Driver's License.
• Acceptable Driver Record.
• Able to meet all DOT requirements.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English / Spanish
• Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry.

Physical / Environmental Demands :

Physical : Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.Problem solving, oral / written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.

Eye / hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.Bending, reaching, stretching, frequently, and lifting 50 Lbs. frequently.

Environmental : Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet / hot conditions, & noise continuously.Works outside only.

Salary : $33.95 -$36.45 per hour

Benefits :

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment
7 days ago