Solid Waste Truck Driver

Babcock Ranch, the first solar town being developed in the United States in Punta Gorda, FL; is hiring a CDL Truck Driver to join our team at Babcock’s Ecologic Waste Management. Must have a current Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with an air-brake endorsement. Candidate should have at least 3 years of stable work experience in a driver position in the Solid Waste Industry, and be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions. If you are a highly motivated, positive, self-starter who is ready to join a professional organization we want to hear from you!

· Residential Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks and are responsible for the collection of residential household waste or recyclable material
· Driver safely maneuvers vehicle in residential environments
· Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report). Mechanical apptitude needed
· Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues to Manager
· Operates various types of Solid Waste collection trucks,
· operates mechanism for loading,
· compressing, and dumping refuse and recyclable materials.
· drives to designated area to deliver refuse and recyclable materials.
· safely operates the Solid Waste collection truck.
· safely operates the packing and dumping apparatus.
· assures that Solid Waste collection truck is properly fueled, equipped, lubricated, and serviced.
· washes interior and exterior of Solid Waste collection truck.
· reports needed repairs immediately.
· Perform pre-trip/ post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.
· Keep work location and vehicle in order.
· Knowledge of traffic laws involved in equipment operations.
· Ability to - communicate effectively orally and in writing.
· understand and carry out written and oral instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.
· Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER: Comprehensive benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement. Paid vacation, sick and personal time off.

Solid Waste Management is always in demand, and we are always busy. If you have questions, please call 941-467-1483.

Candidates who feel they meet these qualifications should apply online with salary requirements. We maintain a Drug Free / Smoke Free Workplace and perform reference checks and criminal background screening. / EOE. Local candidates only please, as we do not offer relocation assistance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $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
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Home daily
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Year round work

Experience:

• Residential Garbage & Recycling Truck Drivers: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL A or B Driver's License (Required)
• Air Brake Endorsement (Required)

Work Location: In person