- Assist in picking up and transporting waste safely, according to all federal, state and local rules and regulations.
- Pick up specified waste from each customer site scheduled for the day.
- Ensure that customers have packaged and prepared the waste according to all federal, state and local rules and regulations before transporting.
- Provide the highest level of customer service to assigned accounts on a daily basis.
- Communicating any issues to Operations Manager, Route Supervisor or Dispatcher for resolution. This includes, but is not limited to re-routes, adjustments in container sizes, training, etc.
- Ensure waste, supplies, and material handling equipment is secured prior to operating vehicle on public highway.
- Respects the property of all residential and commercial customers.
- Responsible for cleaning the inside and exterior of the trucks on a regular basis and reports any observed maintenance problems.
- Must work safely and carefully to prevent injury to self and others while loading and unloading vehicle.
- High School Diploma / G.E.D.
- Valid Class C Driver's License
- Minimum of 6 months experience in a heavy labor role
- Acceptable Driver Record
- Exceptional Communication Skills
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
- Bilingual English / Spanish
- Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry
- 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, and lifting
- 50 Lbs. frequently.
- Environmental:
- Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.
- Works outside only.
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Career plan
- Recognition programs
- Professional development learning
- An exceptional work environment
Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran