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Penas Disposal
Truck Driver
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$37,873 / year median in California
-20% projected decline
Job Description
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SUMMARY:
Pick up and haul solid waste, yard waste, and recyclables to/from Material Recovery Facility (MRF)/Transfer Stations/Landfill for Commercial, Industrial, & Residential customers, conducts daily pre/post vehicle inspections documenting results, completes Driver Daily Log, and reports maintenance issues when identified.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following, but not limited to: Conducts pre/post inspection of vehicle(s) daily and completes required forms Completes Driver Daily Log Report vehicle damages or maintenance issues when identified Maintains a valid Commercial license and complies with all DMV requirements Reports accidents or traffic violations immediately upon occurrence Provide service to Tulare/Fresno County customers per designated route Utilize tablet for routing, service start/completion, breaks/lunches, load tonnage, and customer issues Photograph and note all customer service issues on tablet, to Supervisor, or Dispatcher when identified Secure loads for transport; may include placing tarp to cover load Hook/unhook trailers as required Collect radio and tablet at start of shift and return at end of shift Answer and respond to radio calls in a timely manner Work at Recycle Center wire stripping/e-waste readiness when there are no shreds & no trucks available Maintain vehicle cleanliness inside and out by washing trucks, at all times Adhere to all safety procedures Attend mandatory safety meetings , which may be scheduled outside regular hours Performs other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must maintain a commercial class A or B driver's license Must be insurable Must maintain a clean DMV record Must be able to pass a pre-employment substance abuse screening and background checkJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
$18.00 - $23.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance