Waste Collection Roll Off Driver

Action Carting Environmental Services/ Interstate Waste Services is hiring CDL Class A/B Roll Off Drivers dispatching out of our Jersey City Depot (264 Broadway, Jersey City, NJ 07306) servicing NYC Routes. Experience operating a Waste Services Roll-Off Truck required.

Position Highlights:

• Hourly pay: $31.70/hour
• Overnight schedule
• Work week: Sunday night Friday night (may vary depending on business needs)
• Start time: between 7pm & 9pm
• Average 10-12 hours per night until route is complete
• Year round-steady work
• Benefits packet with Paid Time Off

General Responsibilities:

Our Waste Collection Roll-Off Drivers main responsibility is to safely operate a Roll-Off Truck, for the pick-up service of containers filled with waste or recyclable material. Drivers transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycle facility, and may make one or more trips throughout the shift. A minimum of 1 year of experience driving and operating a Roll Off Truck is required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Continuously monitor for safety and service-related issues, as well as containers or other equipment in need of repair, and report any issues to the Route Supervisor or Dispatch.
• All employees are expected to be responsible and accountable for the safety for themselves, their colleagues, the trucks, and other equipment and property. Drivers must immediately notify Route Supervisor or Dispatch of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Communicate professionally with customers and Dispatchers at all times.
• Notifies Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Manager.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customers location clean and free of debris.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Positions containers on the customers property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Work closely with Route Supervisor to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Attend all required training, operational meetings, and mandatory monthly Safety Meetings.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• The Driver position may be required to lift up to 50 pounds, as well as mount and dismount the truck multiple times every route.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
• Drivers must be able to physically mount and dismount the truck throughout the duration of the workday.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• All Drivers must have a valid Class A or B CDL with airbrake endorsement, and a clean driving record.
• At least 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL A or B, within the last 7 years.
• At least 1 year of experience driving and operating a Roll Off Truck.
• Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and applicable traffic regulations.
• Must be able to speak and read English well enough to converse with the public, understand highway traffic and signals, respond to official questions, and be able to make legible entries on reports and records.
• Must be able to read and understand a map.
• Must be able to meet the physical and safety requirements of the position.
• Must be willing and able to work required worked hours as allowed under DOT regulation and may include weekend, night, and/or holiday work.

Additional Information:

Action Carting Environmental Services/ Interstate Waste Services is proud to be a Union organization as well as a Second Chance Employer and are committed to creating a supportive and collaborative work environment. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. The benefits package includes medical/dental/vision offerings, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a 401K plan. Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days.

Action Carting Environmental Services/ Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Salary Range Minimum USD $31.70/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum USD $31.70/Hr.