Job: Swing (Relief) Driver

Jobing Description

Swing (Relief) Driver
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Details

Location: IA - Marion Job Type: Skilled Labor - Trades
Transportation
Base Pay: N/A Required Education: High School
Bonus: Required Experience: Not Specified
Other: Required Travel: Not Specified
Employee Type: Full-Time Relocation Covered: No
Industry Environmental, Transportation

Job ID: Marion-Swing Driver 4897

Description

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Swing (Relief) Driver
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Position Summary:

Provides route coverage in the absence of regularly assigned driver and ensures prompt, courteous and complete waste removal for residential and commercial customers.Position will be based out of Marion Iowa.

Representative Responsibilities - Swing Driver:

* Performs complete pre-trip inspection including, but not limited to, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges and controls.
* Drives heavy diesel truck to and from commercial and/or residential customer locations and disposal area(s).
* May operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and operate compactor, or may be required to manually lift/load waste into compactor.
* Moves waste bin to position accessible by truck, if necessary.
* Writes labels and tags unsatisfactory waste containers and/or refuse, as necessary.
* When operating Roll Off truck, tarps containers and secures container to rails.
* Courteously interactions with customers, dispatchers and supervisors.
* Cleans up the area around accidental waste spills.
* Reads route sheets to determine day s schedule, follows map and services each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by dispatcher and/or supervisor.
* Completes required route/productivity sheets, Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs) and other forms.
* Properly performs driver check-in procedures upon returning to the facility at the end of the day.
* Follows all safety policies and procedures.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

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Requirements

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Swing (Relief) Driver
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Typical Physical Requirements:

* Lift, carry and push/pull atleast 75 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday.
* Climb into and out of truck repeatedly throughout the workday.

Required

* Three years commercial truck driving experience
* Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement
* As verified by a current MVR/driver abstract, must meet all qualifications as defined under DOT regulation 49 CFR 383.51
* Must meet Republic Services Driver MVR Qualification Standards.
* Equivalent of high school diploma or G.E.D. certification

Knowledge And Competencies:

The following key competencies represent qualities, traits and behaviors that a successful employee will exhibit. This list is not exhaustive, as other qualities, traits and behaviors are also desired.

* Customer Service Acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and coworkers. Within reason, does what it takes to meet and exceed expectations of customers.
* Dependability Follows through and does what he/she says he/she will do. Shows up for work on time and adheres to the established work schedule.
* Endurance Sticks with the task until it is completed in the most productive and safe manner. Works through challenges.
* Ethics Does the right thing. Adheres to the laws as well as Allied Waste policies and rules. Promptly reports concerns or potential violations in accordance with reporting procedures.
* Safety Orientation Follows and promotes Allied Waste s safety rules and procedures. Shows an appreciation and sets an example for safe work behavior. Does not take inappropriate risks.

Representative Machines, Tools, Equipment and/Or Software Used:

The following machines, tools, equipment and/or software are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. Actual machines, tools, equipment and/or software used will vary.

* All types of waste collection trucks.
* Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, gloves, hardhat, boots, and safety vest.
* Tools including, but not limited to, broom, pitch fork and shovel.

Environmental/Atmospheric Working Conditions:

The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associate d with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

* Exposure to extreme weather conditions.
* Exposure to residential and commercial waste.