Job Description

The Commercial Swing Driver operates heavy-duty trucks to perform assigned duties on swing routes.

Reports To

Operations Manager

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Lakeshore Waste Services safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Route Manager
• Works closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problems or unsafe accounts
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manger or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed
• Notifies Rout Manager/ Dispatchers of any incidents, accidents, injuries or property damage
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to Route Manager/Dispatcher before attempting service
• Notifies Route Manager/Dispatcher of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pic-ups or problems that arise on the route
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Route Manager/Dispatcher
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed
• Positions containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking in at the end of the route

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL
• Must have a valid DOT medical card or obtain prior to hire
• Must not have any DUI’s or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years
• Must not have any license suspensions within the last 2 years
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and make critical decisions based on experience and direction of the company
• Ability to acquire new skills quickly as necessary and to meet deadlines

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

• Exposure to extreme weather conditions
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions while outside of the vehicle