Job Summary:
Operates Authority vehicles (Truck Tractors, Dump, Roll-off, and other trucks) to transfer waste between LCSWMA facilities and assigned destinations in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely and efficiently operate Class A or Class B motor vehicles.
- Maintain knowledge of LCSWMA Rules and Regulations and waste disposal.
- Check assigned equipment daily for proper maintenance and complete Daily Maintenance Reports.
- Perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner, and according to applicable laws.
- Obey all Authority rules, regulations, and safety programs.
- Change tires, as necessary.
- Be available to assist in other capacities: as qualified and assigned, to maintain the facility operation as directed by the Transfer Station Site Supervisor and/or Transportation & Logistics Manager.
Education, Training or Certification:
- High school diploma or acceptable equivalent.
- Valid Class A or Class B Pennsylvania driver’s license.
- Able to obtain and maintain DOT medical card.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- This position is categorized as a Safety Sensitive Position and as such, employees are required to follow all related safety policies & procedures.
- Employees in this position generally work in an enclosed climate-controlled environment with periodic exposure to inclement outdoor conditions, and exposure to high levels of dust and strong trash odors.
- Sit for extended periods of time.
- Frequently bend, reach, push and pull to safely and efficiently operate trailer doors, clean debris from trailer beds and door seals, and climb ladder for tarping and untarping.
- Lift up to 75 pounds and carry for a distance of 50 feet.
- Handle 150lb. tires unassisted.