• 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 vehicleutilizing 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 identifyproblem or unsafe accounts.

• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Supervisor or Dispatch, assistingoperations 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 customer’s location clean and free of debris. 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 and professional attitude when dealing with customers.

• Working in WindyHot/ColdWet environments, working around heavy equipment, working among refuse and exposed to dusty conditions.

• Frequent exposure to traffic, being aware of all your surroundings, maintaina high level of communication with others.

• Continuously grasping, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, twisting, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces and lifting < 50 lb. frequently in all weather conditions. Ability to work independently and together as a team.

• Able to work standing and/or sitting for long periods of time.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Valid Class C Driver's License.

• 1 year of experience operating a commercial vehicle.

• Time management skills.

• Able to follow through multiple challenges as they arise.

• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial A or B

• Bilingual English / Spanish

• 3+ years of experience operating a commercial vehicle

• Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry.

• Clean Driving Record.

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, pushing, pulling and lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. continuously

Environmental:

• Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously

• Works outside only.

Salary: $27.79 - $29.43 per hour