Truck Driver Commercial I

Department: Environmental/Public Works Pay Grade: 506 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Code: E610 JOB SUMMARY The purpose of this classification is to drive a ten-wheel, front-end loaded garbage truck to empty dumpsters at assigned sites. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Drives a ten-wheel, front-end loaded garbage truck to empty garbage dumpsters at assigned sites; keeps to specific routes to ensure appropriate pick up; unloads truck at dumping sites; maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, confined spaces, crew workers, equipment, and other obstacles; operates maneuvering mechanisms to perform tasks; empties trash containers into trucks for transport to landfill; ensures thorough packing and secure placement of materials on trucks to prevent shifting/falling; transports refuse to landfill; weighs truck on landfill scales and records weight of refuse; dumps refuse in designated areas of landfill; informs supervisor of damaged containers or poorly-maintained collection sites; lifts/moves heavy materials. Obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public; utilizes safety equipment; follows established safety procedures; monitors traffic conditions surrounding vehicles/equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; performs driving functions safely and efficiently in various weather conditions; places safety cones, markers, or signs to alert employees/citizens of work areas or other potential hazards; reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations. Receives and responds to customer questions and complaints regarding problems pertaining to refuse; reports questions and complaints to direct supervisor. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes refueling, and refilling lubricants; secures vehicle after use. Cleans truck daily to ensure sanitary working vehicle; removes litter from interior and washes down exterior. Performs various tasks associated with refuse container maintenance; conducts inspections of dumpsters; deodorizes, paints and repairs damaged dumpster on site using paint machine, welder, grinder, hammer, and cutting torch. Communicates with supervisor, employees, the general public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review work status, exchange information, or resolve problems; responds to requests for service or assistance. Prepares or completes various forms, reports, time cards or other documents. Receives various forms, reports, equipment operating manuals, handbooks, manuals, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate. Operates a variety of vehicles, equipment, and tools associated with department work activities, such as a front-end loader, dump truck, blade, tractor, forklift, pressure washer, spray applicator, paint machine, grinder, shovel, broom, mechanic tools, hand tools, or two-way radio. Serves as a relief driver, tasked with running other routes, when the driver of a particular route is unavailable. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; two (2) years of experience driving a large commercial vehicle, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Licenses or Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Class B Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including appropriate endorsements, with a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR). Special Requirements: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to retain information regarding specific instructions for garbage or trash pick up. Includes ability to safely maneuver large equipment in confined spaces. …

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