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Job description

Wastexpets is looking for an *Waste Tech *drives company pick up trucks and other non-CDL vehicles and equipment. We're looking for candidates who take pride in hard work, being a team player, and making a difference in our community.

Waste Tech Driver Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Operate company vehicles to complete scheduled daily routes.
• Practice defensive driving, adhering to all traffic laws, signals, and markings with consideration for the safety of other drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.
• Sort trash, recycling, and compostable materials on-site, adhering to established guidelines.
• Manually compact and redistribute the material in bins to optimize space and efficiency.
• Sweep and maintain trash enclosures, trash rooms, and trash chutes.
• Responsibly utilize equipment and tools to complete work assignments (such as cell phones, waste caddies, tow hitches, compactors, step ladders, etc.)
• Haul bulky items off-site, including furniture, equipment, mattresses, etc.
• Identify and safely handle hazardous materials as trained.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE), including steel-toe, and puncture-resistant boots.
• Efficiently complete scheduled routes with attention to start and completion times.
• Document services are performed by taking before and after photos as per company procedures.
• Communicate effectively with team, management, and relevant departments to report and resolve any issues and ensure service levels and operations are meeting company standards.
• Submit all required paperwork and reports.
• Report accidents and incidents immediately to the appropriate personnel, following company procedures.
• Participate in weekly truck inspections and report any equipment issues promptly.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with property managers, maintenance teams, and residents.
• Assists with additional duties as needed.

Manage daily route assignments by:

• Noting start and completion times
• Taking before/after photos of services performed
• Communicate with relevant departments to report/resolve issues and maintain a high quality of service
• Submit appropriate paperwork as required to communicate notes and maintain route assignment

Waste Tech Shifts:

• Full Time
• Monday - Friday: 4:00 AM start
• Overtime as required

Waste Tech Qualifications and Physical Requirements:

• *Valid non-CDL driver's license and clean driving record *(no major violations in the last 3 years or more than 2 minor violations including handheld device in the last 3 years)
• Must have two conservative years of driving in the US.
• Frequently lift items weighing 80 lbs.
• Push/maneuver dumpsters and compactors weighing in excess of 500 lbs.
• Stepping in/out of waste containers safely with the use of a ladder as well as climbing several flights of stairs
• Work independently to complete daily assignments
• Work well with others in a team environment
• Strong time management skills

We offer excellent benefits including:

Pay $22.00-$25.00/hour, Depending on Experience

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K Retirement with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time