Driver- CDL A

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Driver - CDL position is an autonomous role requiring considerable time, effort, professionalism, independence, ingenuity, collaboration, efficiency, integrity, coordination, and determination. The individual who fills this role must be willing and able to fulfill the entire suite of duties, goals, and responsibilities of this position under daily guidance, direction and supervision

This position will also be cross trained to run wheel loader, agriculture tractors and spreaders as well as tractor/trailers. 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:   

Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following listing applies to every employee.

All employees of the organization:

• Understand and support New Earth USA, LLC mission, goals, policies, procedures, and forms and follows guidelines of each.  
• Maintain quality standards defined within job functions and location quality and safety standards.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills in a clear and positive manner, promote and model New Earth USA, LLC values and behaviors in interpersonal skills with staff and customers.
• Understand and follow the established lines of communication.
• Understand and follow the established confidentiality guidelines (verbal, written, and electronic) related to operational, and personnel matters.
• Show attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness and take personal responsibility for quality of work.
• Prioritize and complete work assignments within allotted time.
• Understand and comply with work schedule and time away requests.
• Accept and embrace change as part of our environment.
• Contribute to location and New Earth USA, LLC success.
• Demonstrate team behavior and be willing to promote a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrate initiative and strive to continually improve processes and relationships.  Seek and share expertise on best practices.
• Develop knowledge and skills through cross training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:   
  • Highschool degree or equivalent
• Experience:  
  • 2 years of commercial driving experience
  • Cannot have more than three (3) motor vehicle violations within the last three (3) years
• Certificate/Licensure:  
  • Valid driver's license
  • CDL Class A (required) 
  • Registered with DOT/FMCSA Clearinghouse
  • Valid DOT medical card 
  • Registered with the State as required

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Operation of tandem/tri axle tractor trailer combinations (Walking Floor, Rolloff & Belt Trailers) requiring a Class A CDL. Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Transport industrial waste, soil amendments and other non-hazardous solids from customer facilities to designated landfills, recycling facilities, or land sites for disposal, recycling, or beneficial use.
• Practice and promote safety; including but not limited to, assessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, utilizing appropriate PPE.
• Knowledge of truck/trailer components i.e. (brakes, lights, tires, suspension, engine components, coupling devices, etc.) and the ability to perform a quality vehicle inspection.
• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements, Customer and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle, maintains and updates Driver Logs.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations to the Manager before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Manager.
• Train and assist other company drivers as directed.
• Notify Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, cleaning and other duties as assigned by the Company.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Safe driving record.
• Travel as required (estimated travel - 10%)
• Other duties as assigned and relevant to position.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

• General knowledge of the principles, practices and processes including current Federal and State laws, statutes, regulations, policies.
• Ability to use proper judgment or action in emergency or crisis situations. 
• Ability to use personal protective equipment in compliance with OSHA exposure control program. 
• Knowledge of computer systems and driver applications. 
• Ability to exercise initiative, apply and adapt policies, principles and techniques to solve everyday problems and deal with a variety of situations. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with management staff, other employees, and the general public. 
• Ability to present facts and recommendations, communicate in a clear, effective, and positive manner in oral and written form.  
• Ability to prioritize and handle pressure due to work assignments within allotted time. 
• Ability to read, interpret and apply company policies and procedures. 
• Ability to use accuracy in the identification and reporting of data. 
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime and/or weekends. 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Generally, the employee filling this position will be expected to be present at the project location for an 8 hour shift and/or as directed by the Project Manager or designated representative. May work extended hours including weekends and holidays.
• Job functions will be carried out in a vast array of environments including but not limited to maintenance facilities, job sites, customer facilities, vehicles, agricultural sites, landfills, end user facilities, etc.
• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, bend, and kneel.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.
• Hearing and speech capable of communicating in person and on telephone.
• Vision capable of viewing monitors, calculators, charts, forms, text and numbers for prolonged periods.
• Pace varies from moderate to heavy activity; flexibility is important.  
• Disruptions are frequent, as some problems need immediate attention.  
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 
• Office is environmentally controlled.
• Exposure to outside environmental conditions. 
• Exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment.
• Subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to bio-solids.
• Subject atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• The workplace is in a smoke-free environment.  
• PPE is required and must be worn as instructed. 
• Must adhere to all safety requirements.
• Travel may be required. Occasionally required to travel great distances using all methods of transportation.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS: 

100% - Operates vehicle in accordance with the Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements, Customer and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle, maintains and updates Driver Logs.

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations to the Manager before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Manager.
• Train and assist other company drivers as directed.
• Notify Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Effectively and professionally communicate with on-sight customer representative(s). 
• Perform scheduled maintenance, cleaning and other duties as assigned by the Company.
• Clean and safe driving record.
• Travel as required (estimated travel - 10%).
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime and/or weekends. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBIITIES: 

• None.