Responsible for safely transporting material from clients to be picked up and delivered in a safe, effective, timely manner to appropriate locations and in compliance with all company, federal, state and local regulations/policies and DOT requirements. Performs necessary tasks to load and unload material utilizing commercial trucks and/or heavy/agricultural equipment (May include tankers and end dump trailers in an off-road environment).
What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:
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15 days paid time off
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10 Holidays
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Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
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Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
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Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
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401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
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Career growth and promotional opportunities
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Tuition Reimbursement
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Operate truck in a safe manner at all times.
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Comply with all DOT regulations, including timely and accurate submission of Driver Daily Logs, completion of a Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) and thorough compliance with all applicable Federal, Company, and Local laws pertaining to motor carriers.
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Perform loading, unloading and timely delivery of product to assigned/approved destination.
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Perform daily inspection and required preventative maintenance on assigned tractor and trailer/tanker.
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Maintain vehicle by keeping it clean at all times.
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Ensure that all paperwork is accurate, complete and submitted on time.
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Travel from job site to job site or plant to job site. May involve overnight travel.
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Comply with legal gross vehicle weight restrictions.
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Maintain professional company image over the road by practicing safe and courteous driving at all times and using only approved haul routes.
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Responsible for securing tarp and/or hard tops after loading and washing any spillage from loading off the trailer. Also, they are responsible for securing tailgate latches to ensure a watertight seal.
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Responsible for cleaning off any biosolids that accumulate on the trailer after dumping, before leaving the field site or landfill.
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Follow Company procedure if any spill occurs while transporting biosolids.
STATUS AND SCOPE
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This position has no direct reports.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
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Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
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Ability to work varying shifts, overtime hours, and/or weekend duties.
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Ability to accurately submit Driver Daily Logs and Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
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Ability to adhere to all DOT rules and regulations.
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Ability to understand and follow instructions given, either verbally or written.
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Ability to do basic reading, writing, and arithmetic.
COMPENTENCES
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Action Oriented – Enjoys working hard.
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Customer Focus – is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
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Listening – Practices attentive and active listening.
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Peer relationships - Seen as a team player and is cooperative.
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Ethics and values - Adhere to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs. Integrity and Trust: Admits mistakes and is seen as a direct, truthful individual.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
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Shoveling off material out of trailer.
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Pushing up to 25 lbs. of material with broom to clean out trailer.
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Lifting, minimum 45 lbs. (shovel & trap handle).
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Pulling up to 100 lbs. pressure to disconnect trailer from truck.
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Able to withstand heights up to 20 ft from ground; having no fear of heights (acrophobia) standing on top of trailer.
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Hand strength, minimum 60-90 lbs. (i.e., tightening or loosening wing nuts, connecting hydraulic hoses, pulling rubber tie downs, etc.).
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Squatting.
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Sitting for a period of 2+ hours (driving).
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Bending. Must be able to touch toes.
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Able to lift truck hood to check fluids (i.e., oil, water, etc.).
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Frequent waist movement (bending and twisting).
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Able to pull body weight up when climbing a ladder.
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Able to roll (Crank) Tarp back across top of trailer.
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Arm motion (360 degrees from left to right).
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Lift leg over 2-1/2 feet.
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Able to work in extreme weather conditions and temperatures.
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Receive, comprehend and utilize required training.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Minimum HS Diploma or equivalent (GED).
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Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A with Tanker Endorsement.
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Minimum 3 years roll-off experience preferred.
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Clean Driving Record.
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Experience end dump trailer operations required.
Hourly Rate: $27-$29
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