Liberty Waste ASL Driver Key Responsibilities:

 • Operate a residential / recycling collection, side-load and/or rear-load truck, ancillary equipment and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection route.
 • Load solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.
 • Operate equipment on truck to compact trash into vehicle.
 • Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
 • Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
 • Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
 • Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
 • Follow all safety standards and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
 • Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
 • Identify, and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.
 • Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable.
 • Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
 • Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
 • Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately
 • Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)
 • Maintain accurate records of services performed.
 • Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
 • May be required to work overtime
 • Attend safety and branch meetings.
 • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
 
Requirements:
 • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
 • Must possess a Valid Commercial Driver's License
 • 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
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
 • Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: for safe operation
 • 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 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 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
 
Physical/Mental Demands:
 • Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
 • Visual Requirements: include 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.
 • Sitting may be required up to 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.
 • Ability to work in usually loud conditions.
 
Working Conditions:
 • 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
 • 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.