Truck Driver - Sanitation (non-CDL) at GFL Industries in Port Arthur, Texas

Job Description:

The Sanitation Driver will operate a pumper truck or ancillary equipment to service customers in a safe and efficient manner. Deliver, pick up, clean and service porta let units, wash stations and holding tanks. Deliver collected waste to disposal site.



Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a pumper truck or ancillary equipment and pumping system to service and/or clean porta let units.


• Load and unload equipment on trucks and trailers.


• Unload collected waste at disposal locations.


• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.


• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.


• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.


• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.


• Follow all safety standards and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.


• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.


• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)


• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately.


• Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)


• Maintain accurate records of services performed.


• Maintain inventory of all porta lets units, wash stations, holding tanks and spare parts available and recommend purchase of additional equipment and spare parts to supervisor.


• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.


• May be required to work overtime


• Attend safety and branch meetings.


• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required.


• Possess valid Driver's License.


• Must be at least 21 years of age.


• Minimum one (1) years of truck driving experience.


• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.


• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the truck and its components, and the basic maintenance required for safe operation.


• Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more.


• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.


• Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps.


• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.


• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.


• Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.


• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.


• Sitting may be required up to 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.


• Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Working Conditions:

• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending on season), moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles


• Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.


• Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.


• Occasionally work in high precarious places.


• Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.


• Work environment is usually loud.

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