Summary

The Transfer Driver is responsible for safely transporting cargo to and from pre-designated sites based on daily routing information.

A walking floor truck-trailer combination is used to transport trash, green waste, C&D (wood, asphalt, and roof shingles).

This position is responsible for efficiently servicing assigned locations, while complying with all local, state, and federal transportation regulations and with Company policies.

Job Description

• Daily driving to specific landfills, depending on weather conditions. Properly secures cargo and maneuvers vehicle in and around tight corners and around high pedestrian traffic.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle / equipment, and complete necessary forms.
• Tarp trailer to ensure no trash flies out. Manual cranking of device will be needed.
• Climb and get in back of trailer to sweep out residue of trash remaining in truck after dumping trash.
• Winter time, will need to shovel snow. Put chains on truck depending on road conditions.
• Change tires of both trailer and truck, as needed.
• Maintains a safe and clean working vehicle.
• Reports any unsafe situations to direct supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• Valid Class A Commercial License.
• Clean Driving Record.
• Able to meet all DOT requirements.
• Able to provide exceptional customer service always.
• Good time management skills.
• Able to follow through multiple challenges as they arise.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English / Spanish
• Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, transportation industry
• Freight delivery driving experience

Physical / Environmental Demands :

• Physical :
• Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
• Problem solving, oral / written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
• Eye / hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.

Bending, reaching, stretching, frequently, and lifting 50 Lbs. frequently.

Environmental :

• Works outside only.

Salary : $26.75 - $29.50

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws.

EEO / M / F / disability / veteran

Last updated : 2024-04-30