The CDL A/B Driver (FEL Driver) operates a truck that collects and transports recyclable materials to and from specified destinations.
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Company Info
Circular Services is a leading developer and operator of circular economy infrastructure and services and the largest private recycling company in the U.S. with operations across the country. We help businesses and municipalities reduce and divert waste, lowering disposal costs and fueling local supply chains by ensuring materials are recovered, recycled, and reused.
About the Role
The CDL A/B Driver (FEL Driver) operates a truck that collects and transports recyclable materials to and from specified destinations.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision insurance
FSA
Vacation Time
401k matching
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Operates a Front-End Load (FEL) commercial recycling collection truck and ancillary equipment on assigned route/s to commercial container customers, while providing excellent customer service
Deliver recyclables to designated recycling/drop-off facility
Load recyclables using automated FEL to service 2 yard to 8-yard commercial containers
Properly operates joystick to control front loading arms and forks to connect to container, watching for unintended contact with obstructions around the FEL container
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Safely raise the container to unload into the truck hopper, makes sure adequate overhead clearance ensures no contact with structures, power lines, date lines or trees that may cause damage or injury
Practice proper backing procedures after servicing the container using cameras making sure back up alarms are working properly
Prepares, receives, and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery and pickup of containers to ensure timely service
Loads, secures, and unloads truck and follows all safety procedures at recycling facility
Maintains radio or telephone communications with dispatcher and supervisor to receive instructions or notice of changes concerning deliveries or pickups
Complies with all mandatory safety meetings & briefings, operational standards & policies, and maintains a valid Texas CDL and DOT medical card
Maintains route sheets, completes pre-trip/post trip inspections and reports vehicle inspection records, and follows all federal and state DOT regulations daily
Maintains route quality safety and service standards
Operates truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate Driver induced mechanical failures
Responsible for completing daily pre & post trip inspections
Reports all safety and service incidents to the Supervisor immediately
Minimum Job Qualifications
At least 3 years of satisfactory driving experience of Class A or B vehicles preferred
Excellent communication skills and ability to deal professionally with customers, dispatchers, mechanics, and other drivers
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
Excellent driving skills
Computer Skills: Basic use of Tablets and Applications
Pass drug screen and criminal background check
Successfully complete and pass a written and road test
Meet all Federal & State DOT requirements
Preferred Job Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
High school Diploma or GED Equivalent
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Normal work environment is outdoors, with exposure to all weather conditions, dirt, high levels of noise, smells/odors and at times exposure to dangerous and/or toxic substances requiring necessary precautions, including PPE.
The physical demands described here are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Must be able to climb into and out of truck several times per day using three points of contact
Must be able to sit for extended periods as well as walk for short periods
Must be able to bend, stoop, crawl, and squat to perform a full inspection of the underside of the truck and inspect tires for adequate inflation and potential damage
Must be able to work outside for short periods of time in all types of weather
Must be able to see and hear proficiently to operate a commercial motor vehicle in a safe manner
Must be able to work in a moderately noisy environment
EEOC: Circular Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Circular Services is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Circular Services are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Circular Services will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
About Circular Services
Management Consulting
Management consultancy helping organizations pursue responsible, sustainable and circular business through change management and organizational advice.
