Scout Driver (Class C License)

Description
The primary role of the Scout Driver is to provide timely, efficient, safe and courteous scout service to customers along an assigned route.

Essential Responsibilities
1. Perform daily pre and post trip inspection of vehicle.

2. Learn geography of assigned route and surrounding areas.

3. Move and place trash, recycling, compost and/or mixed waste bins using the scout truck.

4. Clean up spills and overflows and return bins to their proper area.

5. Operate vehicle with public safety as your primary responsibility.

6. Utilize in-cab electronic computer systems to follow route and service requirements.

7. Use radio to effectively communicate with dispatch and route supervisors.

8. Observe and comply with hazardous waste and material handling and disposal procedures and regulations as set forth by local, state and federal environmental and health agencies.

9. Report all accidents, injuries or maintenance issues in a timely manner.

10. Observe and comply with all applicable safety regulations, rules, policies and procedures.

11. Maintain collaborative working relationship with coworkers and customers.

12. Participate in external, Department and Company-wide trainings to increase skill sets and improve service.

Ability to:

• Maintain a positive attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Proactively establish trust and credibility with coworkers by maintaining accountability.
• Contribute to the team dynamic by promoting inclusion, support and collaboration amongst coworkers.
• Take initiative, self-manage time and productivity through multitasking.
• Effectively and concisely communicate both orally and in writing.
• Think independently and creatively to problem solve.
• Read and utilize on-board electronic routing system.

Education, Training & Experience
1. Current and valid driver’s license.
2. Experience in the resource recovery industry preferred.

Supplemental Information
Universal Waste Systems, Inc. celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Overtime

Trucking context:

• Company driver

License/Certification:

• Non-CDL Class C (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lakeside, CA 92040: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person