Yard Utility Driver

Summary

This Yard Utility driver is responsible for safely operating a heavy-duty truck within the yard. 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

• Shuttle trucks within the yard

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Valid Class A or B 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: $23.55 - $24.12 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