TSW-Drvr Driver City of South Bend - 3.7 South Bend, IN Job Details Full-time $24.12 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications

CDL B CDL A CDL

High school diploma or GED Driving Computer skills Entry level

Full Job Description SALARY :

$24.12/hourly, plus a pick per hour incentive rate up to $1.25/hour

WORK SCHEDULE

: 6:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Thursday (subject to change)

POSITION SUMMARY

Operate solid waste equipment to collect residential trash and yard waste. Dispose of trash and yard waste at designated disposal facility. Provide Solid Waste container management duties. Operate and participate in Routeware software and hardware. Responsible for providing quality solid waste services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected. Solid Waste container management including but not limited - pickup, deliver, repair and clean solid waste containers. Drive trucks on established routes, through residential streets or alleys or through business or industrial areas. Provide daily maintenance to vehicles/equipment, including cleaning behind the blade, cabs, leach boxes, trucks, greasing, maintaining fluid levels, tire pressures, lights, fuel levels and safety items. Complete pre and post inspections daily (DVIR). Operate equipment that compresses collected refuse and yard waste. Operates automated or semi-automated hoisting devices that raise refuse bins and dump contents into openings in truck bodies. Tracks the status of trash and yard waste pickup on Solid Waste software-Routeware, document issues with customers, pickups, and containers. Communicates with management concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns, Routeware or other maintenance issues. Follow City of South Bend Policies, Procedures and City Ordinance. Check road or weather conditions to determine how routes will be affected. Tact and diplomacy expected daily in interacting with residents and co-workers. Assist in training new drivers/employees.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. 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. High school diploma or equivalent education required. Experience in driving large heavy-duty trucks.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The knowledge of proper and safe use of solid waste vehicles. The ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed. The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears. The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, or push, pull, or carry objects. The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. The ability to work in adverse weather conditions. The ability to understand written and verbal instructions. The ability to perform all physical requirements of the position The ability to see details at a distance. The ability to concentrate on a task over a period without being distracted. The ability to work in confined spaces. The ability to work a tablet. The ability to read a map. Computer experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION

Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Truck Driving Certification a plus.

EQUIPMENT

Two-way radio, Routeware software tablet, front end loader, rear loader, automatic side loader, boom truck, pickup truck, trailer, forklift, bobcat, power/tote washer, trash, and yard waste containers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee performs a physical activity that requires regularly sitting in a truck and considerable use of arms and legs and moving of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Must load, unload, or stack containers, materials, or products, and move or fit heavy objects. Must be able to lift 75 pounds or more.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employee rides in an enclosed vehicle daily and is exposed to both extreme and adverse weather conditions. Exposure to pollutants, dust, gases, odors, or distracting noises or sounds is common. There is also exposure to cuts, bites, or stings. Entire office area and City vehicles are smoke free.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at will employer.

REQUIRED

Pre-Employment Drug Screen Equal Employment Opportunity Employer