Job Description

Our growing team continuously seeks hard-working and skilled individuals who will be a positive impact to our waste management company. We are currently seeking to have a full-time Driver/Operator join our team.

The basic function of the Landfill Truck Driver is to operate the truck efficiently, safely and at the lowest feasible cost to the company. A Truck Driver is responsible for ensuring his/her vehicle is in compliance with the company's safety standards prior to operating the vehicle, ensures that all company regulations are adhered to at all times while operating the vehicle and ensures that any vehicle defects are repaired in a timely manner. He/She performs regular maintenance and inspections on the company truck in an effort to keep the truck in peak operating condition. The Driver reports to and is fully accountable to the Site Supervisor however, may from time to time, be assigned to the Project Manager who will provide work instructions and on-the-job training.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness. Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner. Good follow-through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise. Ability to adhere to company policies and rules; promotes the company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks. Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals. Must speak English well enough to communicate with other employees. Must be in sound physical condition and able to perform a physically demanding job.

Preferred Qualifications

3 years of prior experience driving roll-off trucks*
High school diploma or equivalent

Principal Responsibilities

Perform inspection and general maintenance of the vehicle in accordance with company policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges and controls are in proper working order Report any truck or equipment related problems to the Site Supervisor as soon as possible Keep the Site Supervisor informed of any potential problems Continuously monitor the condition of the vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time Follow all required safety policies and procedures Ensure that work is completed as scheduled Work well with minimal supervision Readily follow work instructions as specified by immediate Supervisor Adhere to all company policies and procedures Exhibit professional behavior and maintain good working relationships with customers and fellow employees at all times Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Equipment Operation an asset Class DZ Driver's license
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Experience:

Commercial driving: 3 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Air Brake Endorsement (required)
Work Location: In person