What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Helper position at Waste Connections?
We are looking for asafetyconscience-Driver Helperto join the team at our Hauling location inPontotoc, MS
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ability to safely operate a garbage truck (excluding driving until properly licensed) on specified routes to collect solidwaste.Wasteexperiencepreferred, but not required.
- Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.
- Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids,safetyequipment, and tires.
- Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading, at times with no helpers.
- Operate hydraulic hand controls tolift/load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.
- Courteousinteraction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, with an occasional Saturday as needed, 45 hour work week.
WORKING CONDITIONS ANDPHYSICALEFFORT:
- Extensivephysicalactivity. Requires strenuousphysicalwork;heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
- Work environment involves some exposure tophysicalrisks such as movingmechanicalparts. Which require followingbasicsafetyprecautions.
- The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Driver's License.
- Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
- Basicknowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
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We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.
WasteConnections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.