JOB SUMMARY

The Swing Driver operates rearload and automated sideload vehicles to designated customer locations, empties containers, and transports contents to designated landfills. This position is responsible for operating vehicles efficiently, safely and in compliance with government regulations. The Swing Driver provides courteous and professional service to all customers.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report to work at the designated time in the company uniform and with the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Empty carts at customer locations and transport contents to designated landfills.
• Ensure the assigned truck is fully-fueled, safe to operate and that the required paperwork is on board before leaving the yard.
• Perform pre- and post-trip truck inspection, makes sure the cab is clean and the vehicle condition report (VCR) is turned in.
• Work and drive safely and behave in a courteous and professional manner at all times.
• Must be available for scheduled shifts, including holidays and weekends.
• Responsible for and required to track personal DOT compliance, (i.e. daily hours of service) and to report immediately to the supervisor if in danger of being out of compliance.
• Report any moving violations incurred during work hours to the supervisor at the end of the shift.
• Responsible for and required to report any personal moving violations or accidents to the supervisor within 72 hours.
• Responsible for maintaining a valid medical card and a valid driver’s license.
• Comply with all governmental regulations pertaining to trucking and waste operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of related medium or heavy truck driving experience and/or specialized training
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision
• Ability to demonstrate proficient use of electronic technology within eight weeks of hire date
• Ability to understand and execute work orders communicated via onboard technology
• Ability to read, write and speak in English sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and make written entries on reports, required logs and records and other business-related documents

REQUIRED LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid Class B commercial driver’s license
• Record of safe driving record for the past five years, as shown on a current Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), with no serious accidents or traffic violations
• Valid medical card or the ability to obtain one.