Bin Delivery Driver

Summary

Join Athens Services as a Bin Delivery Driver and become an asset in our relentless pursuit of environmental sustainability! As a Bin Delivery Driver, you will be entrusted with the vital responsibility of operating a heavy-duty truck to execute various duties, including container delivery, recycling, residential, commercial, and industrial (roll-off) routes.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401K, life insurance, and professional development opportunities. Ready to steer your career towards excitement and impact? Apply now and be the driving force behind a sustainable future with Athens Services!

Job Description

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA)/Department of Transportation (DOT) requires as well as all local, state and federal requirements. 

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR). Responsible for reporting any vehicle deficiencies prior to and after each route day. 

• Ensures vehicle is operating correctly while on the route and notifies Route Supervisor/Dispatch/Maintenance of any concerns. 

• Understands and practices all policies and procedures as described per Athens Services Safety Rules. Makes use of standard tools and resources provided by the Company. 

• Clean area around any accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.  

• Identify unsatisfactory waste barrels and tag containers due to contamination of waste streams. 

• Follow all applicable rules and protocols when disposing at the Material Recovery Facility (MRF). 

• Maintain a clean and safe vehicle. Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip. 

• Ensure all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn while operating specific machinery. 

• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and Safety meetings as required by the Company. 

• Works closely with Route Supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts. 

• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Supervisor or Dispatch, assisting operations as directed. 

• Immediately notifies Route Supervisor of any incidents/accidents/injures/property damages. 

• Communicates customer requests/issues to Dispatch/Route Supervisor. 

• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris. Properly positions containers on the customer’s property. 

• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route. 

• Provides a positive and professional attitude when dealing with customers. 

• Working in Windy/Hot/Cold/Wet environments, working around heavy equipment, working among refuse and exposed to dusty conditions. 

• Frequent exposure to traffic, being aware of all your surroundings, maintain a high level of communication with others. 

• Continuously grasping, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, twisting, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces and lifting < 50 lb. <