Job Description
*WASTE RESOURCE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. *
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
23 CORPORATE PLAZA
SUITE 247
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
(949) 999-5888
*Job Description *
*Title: *Commercial Drivers
*Department:* Operations
*Classification:* Non-Exempt
*Reports to: *Route Supervisors and/or Dispatchers
*Revised*: 11-7-19
*Summary: *Commercial Collection Drivers are responsible for picking up routed stops and transporting different types of materials from generators to offload facilities using a truck. They are also required to perform inspections before and after a trip. These drivers also follow appropriate safety procedures to transport dangerous cargo and maintain logs of vehicle repair status and working hours. This position may have supervisory responsibilities if assigned with a helper.
*Duties and Responsibilities: *
* Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
* Pick-up and safely transport waste from customer located in a timely, safe, and courteous manner
* Follow delivery/pickup instructions from Dispatcher and Manager
* Ensure contents are properly secured in truck to prevent damage/injury
* Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries
* Assist in mapping driving routes
* Stay on predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery
* Communicate with dispatch as needed
* Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
* Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
* Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean
* Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
* Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
* Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
* Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
* Track and report working hours
* Adhere to company rules and regulations
* Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions
* Comply with ICC and DOT regulations
* Make safety a priority at all times
The above listing of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive but rather to serve as a description of the range of duties and general nature of the position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s ability to reassign duties, if necessary.
*Commercial Driver Job Description (Con’t.)*
*Minimum Qualifications: *
* High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
* Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required (Class A, B, or C, depending on position)
* 2+ years proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred
* Clean driving record; must present DMV printout that shows none of the following violations for the last three years to qualify for this position: o Any major violation (DWI, homicide, reckless driving, drugs, leaving the scene) o Two or more other moving violations and one at-fault accident o Three or more other moving violations o Two or more at-fault accidents without moving violations
* Must pass background check and drug test
*Skills, Abilities, and Attributes: *
* Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
* Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
* Physically and mentally fit
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. at a time
* Possess great physical stamina and focus during long driving shifts
* Comfortable with long-haul transport
* Able to operate electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
* Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
* Map reading and route planning experience
* An innate sense of direction
* Self-starter who works well independently
* Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
* High level of composure and good stress management
*Working Conditions: *
* Occasionally exposed to cold when handling material stored outside
* Exposed to vibration when driving in vehicle
* Exposed to outside weather conditions when going in and out of customer locations
* Requires local travel in all weather conditions
* Requires ability to work extended hours (10+) or until all necessary work is complete within DOT guidelines. May be required to work weekends
*Physical Demands *
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Local area, Shift work, Weekend work,