Transfer Driver

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:
• •Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.
• •Works outside only.

Salary: $31.91 - $35.41 hourly

Schedule: Monday - Friday from 6:30 am - 3:30 pm and Saturdays based on operational needs

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