Sweeper Driver

Company: Athens Services
Location: Simi Valley
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Job Description:

Great Drivers Work at Athens! Give us a call at (888) 501-1893.

Overview & Essential Job Functions

Position Summary

The Sweeper Driver is responsible for safely operating a heavy-duty sweeper truck to perform assigned duties on cleaning the city's surface streets and/or parking lots. This position is responsible for efficiently servicing the city, while complying with all local, state, and federal transportation regulations and with Company policies.

Essential Job Functions

• Operates sweeping vehicle that cleans streets of trash and other accumulation by activating and controlling the rotary brushes and water spray.
• Ensures waste, supplies and material handling equipment is secured prior to operating sweeper.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
• Ensures vehicle is operating correctly while on the route and notifies Route Supervisor/Dispatch/Maintenance of any concerns.
• Understands and practices operating as prescribed in Athens Services Safety Rules.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations/service calls to Route Supervisor/Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and Safety meetings as required by the Company.
• Makes use of standard tools and resources provided by the Company.
• Works closely with Route Supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify on-road issues.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Supervisor or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Route Supervisor of any incidents/accidents/injures/property damage.
• Provides a positive professional customer attitude when dealing with customers.
  
  Qualifications & Environmental Demands
  
  Required Qualifications
  
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Class B Driver's License.
  • 1 year of previous experience.
  • Acceptable Driver Record.
  • Able to meet all DOT requirements.
  • 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.
      
      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.
            
            Benefits
            
            Benefits:
            
            • Competitive wages
            • Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
            • 401K
            • Employee Assistance Program
            • 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
              
              
              
              Qualified A/B CDL Drivers, please CLICK APPLY below or Give us a CALL at (888) 501-1893.We look forward to your membership to the Athens Family!

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