CDL Driver - Rear Load - Sedalia
On-siteSedalia, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Drive a rear-load, split body, or automated-side load truck along designated routes to collect solid waste and recyclables from curbside and backdoor locations, transporting loads to post-collection facilities. Operate the mechanical packer to load and compact trash, assist with loading when route conditions require, and perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections while submitting required vehicle condition reports. Maneuver the truck into and out of tight spaces using mirrors, monitor operations for loose debris, and clean waste from the packer blade and truck body at each landfill or transfer station. Maintain a DOT logbook and route productivity sheets, interact courteously with customers to address requests, and adhere to all DOT, OSHA, FMCSA, and EPA regulations. Work outdoors in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, with continuous exposure to motor vehicle traffic and loud noise.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or B
- At least 21 years of age
- Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate
- Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment
- Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques
- Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing
- Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell
- Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas
- Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds
- Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located
- Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials)
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement
- Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more
- Ability to work in usually loud conditions
- Ability to work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time
- Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day
- Occasionally work in high precarious places
- Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly
- Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending on season), moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles
Desired Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
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