About this role
Summary
Job Description Summary This 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 Description
• 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
• High School Diploma or GED • Valid 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
• Bilingual English / Spanish • Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry • Forklift certified
Physical/Environmental Demands: 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 • 401K • Life Insurance • Paid Vacation and Sick Time • Career 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