Refuse Truck Driver at Sunshine Recyclers Inc

Spokane, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

25.91

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Class A CDL, Class B CDL, Air Brake Certificate, DOT Medical Card, Commercial Driving, Basic Computer Literacy, Route Navigation, Communication Skills, Vehicle Inspection, Customer Service, Safety Compliance, Physical Stamina, Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Record Keeping

Industry

Utilities

Description

Description Sunshine Disposal & Recycling has a job opening for a full time Refuse Truck Driver in our Kootenai County, ID business unit. Job duties include operation of refuse collection trucks in residential and commercial locations. Current available shift is Saturday-Wednesday; shift starts at 8:00am at Spokane Valley truck yard. Some overtime may be required due to business needs fluctuation. Starting wage is $25.91 per hour. This job includes a $.50 wage bump after 6 months of employment, and annual COLA increases. Basic computer literacy is required, and OJT is provided for industry specific programs. Class A or B CDL, Air Brake Certificate and valid DOT medical card are required. Applicants must meet insurability requirements and comply with all US DOT drug screening rules. Two (2) years’ commercial driving experience preferred. This is a full time, day shift job with a comprehensive compensation package: paid PTO, paid holidays, company paid medical/dental/vision for employee (dependent coverage available paid by employee), company paid Employee Assistance Plan, 401(k) Plan with match (after meeting eligibility) and optional life, accident & disability insurance (employee paid). Sunshine Disposal & Recycling is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Job Duties/Responsibilities 1. Arrive at work on time and receive paperwork and tablet for route work. Perform Pre-trip inspection of the truck to make sure everything is operating correctly, maintenance is not necessary, and all equipment/systems are safe to operate. Complete DVIR form in accordance with state, local and federal regulations. If maintenance is necessary, report conditions to Supervisor before moving truck. 2. Drive truck on fixed routes in same geographic area on a daily and weekly basis; using provided route information and maps. 3. Open and close container enclosures as needed on Commercial service routes. Position containers and/or carts by pulling or pushing. Clear overhanging debris from containers before dumping. 4. Communicate effectively with the Route Supervisor and/or office to ensure that there are no dispatch issues or issues with the route for the day. Report any issues encountered immediately to Route Supervisor. 5. Dumps/empties the truck at the end of the day at the appropriate location. Perform basic clean out of truck body and cab. 6. Perform vehicle post trip inspection after route is completed and driver has returned to terminal for the day, complete post-trip DVIR and lets the Site Supervisor know of any maintenance areas necessary. 7. Submit route work information via tablet data and paper notes containing extra charges and other customer notes each day. 8. Attend all necessary meetings as scheduled including safety, training and other company scheduled meetings at Sunshine Disposal & Recycling facility. 9. Perform special projects for the Operation Manager and other management team members. 10. Perform all other duties assigned. Requirements Certificates/Licenses: To perform this job successfully, an individual must: · Hold a valid Class B or Class A CDL license with knowledge of FMCSR rules and regulations · Have an Air Brake Endorsement · Hold a valid USDOT certified medical card · Manual Transmission Endorsement Preferred Physical Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to: · Constantly (5+ hours per day) sit, stand, seeing, hearing, walk, reach, grasp, fine finger manipulation, wrist flexion, operate foot controls. · Frequently (3-4 hours per day) climb, bend, pull/push (up to 60 pounds) · Occasionally (1-2 hours per day) Lift (up to 60 pounds), crawl, stoop/crouch, twist. · Clearly see 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses and differentiate between colors

Responsibilities

The Refuse Truck Driver operates refuse collection trucks on fixed routes for residential and commercial locations. Responsibilities include performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections, communicating with supervisors, and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.