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Utility DriverThis Utility driver is responsible for safely operating a heavy-duty truck. Trucks driven include but are not limited to belly dumps, dump truck, roll offs and semi-tractor truck with attached trailers.
Job responsibilities include:
  • Maintains a safe and clean working vehicle
  • Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle
  • Understands and practices operating as prescribed in Athens Services Safety Rules
  • Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls before attempting service
  • Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and safety meetings
  • Works closely with Supervisors to improve efficiencies & identify problem or unsafe acts
  • Notifies Supervisor of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Attaches and removes pup trailers, belly dump & side dump trailers, transfer trailers and tilt/transport trailers to truck as needed
  • Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle
  • Unrolls truck tarp to cover loads when required
Required qualifications include:
  • High School Diploma or GEDValid Class C Driver's License
  • Minimum of six (6) months experience in a heavy labor role
  • Acceptable driving record. (H-6 printout will be requested)
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
Preferred qualifications include:
  • Bilingual English / Spanish
  • Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry
  • Forklift certified
  • Physical/Environmental demands include:
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: $26.93 per hour
Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision 401KLife Insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Sick TimeCareer 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

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$26.93 per hour

Experience level

Junior

Location

Newbury Park, CA

Occupation

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Industry

Other Waste Collection

Posted

6 days ago

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