What are the responsibilities and job description for the OVERNIGHT WASTE COLLECTION CDL DRIVER - BROOKLYN position at Interstate Waste Services?
Overview :
Action Carting Environmental Services / Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical, and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling, and environmental services, while keeping focus on employee, customer, and environmental safety.
What makes our company culture unique is we have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture.
We are seeking a Waste Collection CDL Driver who will be working out of our Brooklyn Depot (1427 Ralph Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11236) and reporting to the Site Manager but is also subject to supervision by Route Supervisors and Dispatchers. This is a full time, Union, non-exempt, hourly position with an overnight schedule starting anywhere between 7pm and 9pm but may vary depending on business needs. Shifts may vary from 10 to 12 hours per evening or until the route is complete.
Working alongside a Helper, our Waste Collection CDL Drivers main responsibility is to safely operate a rear-loading truck, for the pick-up service of bags or containers filled with waste or recyclable material. Drivers transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycle facility, and may make one or more trips throughout the shift.
Responsibilities :
- The driver is responsible for safely operating the truck in compliance with IWSs safety standards as well as OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws.
- Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review / repair.
- Ensuring that the container and its content are always secure. This includes periodically checking tarps and ties, and may require the driver to climb onto containers and / or reach overhead.
- Perform pre- and post-route inspections of assigned truck and document any safety issues on standard reports.
- Continuously monitor for safety and service-related issues, as well as containers of other equipment in need of repair, and report any issues to the Route Supervisor or Dispatch.
- All IWS employees are expected to be responsible and accountable for the safety for themselves, their colleagues, the trucks, and other equipment and property. Drivers must immediately notify Route Supervisor or Dispatch of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Communicate professionally with customers and Dispatchers at all times. This includes receiving complaints about schedules and quality of service. Our Drivers must make note of and report on any such complaints and respond in a courteous and respectful manner.
- Attend all required training, operational meetings, and mandatory monthly Safety Meetings
- Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Physical Requirements
Additional Information :
Action Carting Environmental Services / Interstate Waste Services is proud to be a Union organization as well as a Second Chance Employer and are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative work environment. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. The benefits package includes medical / dental / vision offerings, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a 401K plan. Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days.
Action Carting Environmental Services / Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Drug-Free Workplace.
Salary Range Minimum :
USD $31.30 / Hr.
Salary Range Maximum :
USD $31.30 / Hr.
Salary : $31
