Job Description

Job Title Rogue Disposal CDL Driver

Primary Location Medford, Oregon

Employee Type Employee



ROGUE DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING, Inc.

• Title: CDL Driver
• Division/Department: Rogue Disposal and Recycling, Commercial
• Reports to: Commercial Operations Manager
• Location: Rogue Disposal and Recycling 8001 Table Rock Rd., White City, OR Rogue Disposal and Recycling facilities and on route.
• Employee status: Union/Non-exempt
• Work schedule: Formal work week is from Sunday through Saturday. Scheduled work is 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 4 days per week. Shift start/end subject to change per management. Additional work on other days may be required as needed. Workday includes 30 minute unpaid meal period and two paid 10 minute breaks.
• Wages: Per Union Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Vacation: Per Union Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Benefits: Company Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (see Company benefit plan descriptions).
• Drug and alcohol testing: Subject to pre-employment drug testing and random selection drug and alcohol testing per DOT requirements and Company policy.
• Probationary period: 720 hours worked.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible for safely operating collection equipment for the efficient and effective collection of solid waste, and delivering those materials to a designated disposal facility. Responsible for completing required administrative paperwork by use of an On-Board-Computer to maintain accurate company records and customer accounts. Also responsible for effectively representing the company to its customers and establishing, as well as maintaining, positive customer relations.

• Equipment operation and waste collection
• Drives truck to collect waste that has been prepared for collection in either carts or containers;
• Provides quality, uninterrupted waste collection service;
• Works with customers to assure the efficiency of the collection process and the satisfaction of the customer;
• Maintains and submits a daily service log using On-Board- Computer;
• Completes daily reports on pre and post trip inspections of equipment;
• Fuels vehicle daily;
• Maintains the physical appearance of the equipment, including routine washing;
• Assists Leadman with customer improvements through service and equipment upgrades;
• Monitors over and under filled carts/containers to assess changing service requirements;
• Monitors the condition and repair needs of existing carts/containers;
• Provides technical support for design of enclosures and other space to assure they meet operational requirements;
• Participate in and support training and initiatives to improve service quality, safety, customer and employee relations, and operational efficiency and effectiveness.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge and practical skill to safely, effectively and efficiently operate automated commercial waste collection equipment;
• Possess and maintain a valid Oregon Commercial Drivers License (CDL), Class B with ability to obtain Class A;
• Meets insurance company standards for \xe2\x80\x9cgood driving record\xe2\x80\x9d;
• Computer and technology skills that include Microsoft Office, tablet, smart phone and the ability to learn changing technologies used in the solid waste industry;
• English reading, writing, verbal and map reading skills required to read and follow route instructions, respond to written and oral instructions, to provide written documentation and to exchange information;
• Attention skill needed to ensure accuracy of records and reports;
• Verbal and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with a predominantly English speaking public to address customer frustrations and conflicts effectively, and maintain effective relationships with other employees;
• Skills of basic mathematics to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers;
• Ability to occasionally lift objects weighing up to 65 pounds, and to work with others and or with mechanical tools to lift heavier objects;
• Ability to move heavy containers by pushing and pulling, and to work with others and or with mechanical tools to move heavier objects;
• Work at a continual and steady pace;
• Mobility to climb in and out of vehicle, bend, twist, lift objects, and walk on all types of surfaces;
• Able to function in all types of weather conditions from subfreezing cold to rain, to summer temperatures in excess of 100 degrees F;
• Pass randomly timed drug and alcohol tests in accord with DOT and company standards;
• Knowledge, skill and utilization of ergonomically safe operational practices;
• Knowledge, skill and use of hazardous material identification and handling practices;
• Knowledge, skill and use of protection practices for blood borne pathogens;
• Knowledge, skill and use of fire and other emergency practices;
• Punctual and reliable in work attendance and job performance;
• Ability to work independent of direct supervision and to respond with flexibility to potentially changing routes and service demands;

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

• Physical
• Drug screen
• Physical Capacity exam

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at .

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).

Waste Connections