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GROW WITH US

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a team of trusted advisors and partners committed to superior customer service. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

• Giving Back to our communities.
• Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
• Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.
• Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.

You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming our Driver 1

THE ROLE

Under limited supervision, accountable for the efficient and effective operation of assigned vehicle, the consistent application of safety and operational procedures, and maintenance of good customer relations throughout all applicable service areas.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, AND ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Operates vehicle in all assigned service areas in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensures all safety measures appropriate for operation of assigned vehicle are consistently and efficiently applied.
• Assures materials being transported comply within the legal load limits.
• Loads all assigned materials according to normal operating procedures and reports any violations to supervisor.
• Performs daily routine safety checks, and pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicle.
• Reports all accidents and/or safety violations to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
• Ensures hazardous materials are not accepted, as able.
• Maintain support of good customer relations and positively influences the community’s perception of the Company throughout all applicable service areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• Current commercial driver's license and a current valid medical card.
• Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
• Basic computer programs.
• One year of commercial driving experience (Two years of commercial driving experience preferred).
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Ability to maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
• Consistently build knowledge and expertise about current job.
• Ability to promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources
• Ability to perform pre and post trip vehicle inspections.
• Work under pressure, handle stressful situations and maintain flexibility.
• Ability to work in all weather extremes including extreme hot or cold, wet or dry conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors and customers. Ability to communicate on a twoway radio or similar device.
• Ability to understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform continuous physical exertions such as repetitive lifting, pushing, and pulling receptacles as part of a rigorous daily routine.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays.
• Ability to mount and dismount the truck.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee referral program.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Commuting benefits.
• Educational assistance.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.