What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Helper position at Circular Services?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Driver Helper assists the Truck Driver on delivery and pick up recycling routes. On a Rear Load truck or Box Truck depending on the daily needs.
PRINCIPAL RESONSIBLITIES
- Assists on truck routes pickups and deliveries.
- Deliver recyclables to designated recycling/drop-off facility
- Loads recyclables using provided equipment.
- Properly and safely operates loading equipment (pallet jacks).
- Will be assisting the driver in safely maneuvering on the route, including backing up to docks, and service sites.
- Loads, secures, and unloads truck and follows all safety procedures at recycling facility
- Complies with all mandatory safety meetings & briefings, operational standards & policies, and maintains a valid Texas Drivers License.
- Maintains route quality, safety and service standards
- Maintains clean vehicle interior and exterior
- Communicates vehicle mechanical problems immediately
- Reports all safety and service incidents to the Supervisor immediately
MINIMUM QUALIFCATIONS
- Excellent communication skills and ability to deal professionally with customers, dispatchers, mechanics, and other drivers
- Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
- Computer Skills: Basic use of Tablets and Applications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to climb into and out of truck several times per day using three points of contact
- Must be able to sit for extended periods as well as walk for short periods
- Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, and squat to perform a full inspection of the underside of the truck and inspect tires for adequate inflation and potential damage
- Must be able to work outside for short periods of time in all types of weather
- Must be able to see and hear proficiently to operate a commercial motor vehicle in a safe manner
- Must be able to work in a moderately noisy environment
- Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Driver’s License required
Company supplies: Safety boots, uniforms, and all PPE
Circular Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Circular Services is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Circular Services are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Circular Services will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
