CDL DRIVER - CLASS B

Function:

Under general supervision of Route Supervisor and District Manager, operates knuckle boom

trucks to pick up vegetative debris and C&D/household items and/or operate automated and

non-automated refuse collection trucks/equipment on pre-assigned and special routes to pick up

refuse . Performs daily cleaning of assigned truck; and performs other related work as assigned.

Work is performed under moderate supervision and performance is reviewed while in progress

and upon completion through direct observation of routes, and discussion of problems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safely maneuvers a variety of trucks involved in refuse collection, transport, and disposal

as needed.

• Safely operates side,or rear-end loading refuse trucks, including right or left-hand driver's

position on certain equipment, observing legal and defensive driving practices.

• Navigates high traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, lots, and landfill.
• Completes collection of all refuse on the assigned daily route by end of each work day in

an efficient manner.

• Performs physical labor in the form of refuse collection when required.
• Reports any maintenance/mechanical issues to Chief Mechanic and/or Route Supervisor.
• Understands the daily collection routes and gives special attention to the list of

Personalized Cart Service addresses in order to maximize service and efficiency.

• Properly step on/off, in/out of vehicle, properly back SAPSD vehicle with help of laborer

(if applicable) using hand motion from rear of vehicle, and operate hydraulic controls.

• Safely operates vehicles in accordance with company policy, State, and D.O.T.

regulations.

• Has a clear understanding of the differences between garbage (something that is useless-ex.

bad food), trash ( something thrown away which could still be useful for somebody else ) ,

C&D/household ( all non-hazardous solid waste resulting from construction and demolition

activities) , yard debris (paper bags of leaves, piles of limbs), metal (washing machine, bicycle,

etc.).

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• Transport and deliver collected refuse to appropriate landfill or other dump site when

truck reaches load capacity or instructed by the Supervisor.

• Supervise crew members, if applicable, in proper use of PPE while performing job

duties, packer equipment use, route duties, safety practices and company

policies/procedures regarding refuse collection.

• Ensures the assigned equipment is cleaned (inside & outside) daily/weekly and clean

assigned truck cab at the end of the day.

• Reports all accidents, damages, and/or repairs needed to the Route Supervisor or Chief

Mechanic.

• Directs all questions regarding driver training to Route Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Residential drivers are vital to our community and they are a neighborhood staple for

residents. Being on time is essential and they are team oriented to ensure customers are

serviced

Qualification, Skills, & Knowledge: Knowledge of the District perimeters and geography.

• Knowledge of and the ability to operate refuse collection equipment.
• Knowledge of hazards associated with operation of refuse equipment and appropriate

safety practices to employ while driving in congested residential and business districts.

• Knowledge of South Carolina traffic laws and regulations governing automotive

equipment.

• Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.
• Dependable, good communication skills with co-workers, a team player, a strong work

ethic and the ability to deal tactfully with the public.

Education, Training and Experience:
A diploma from an accredited high school, or GED, or CDL driver training school. Possession of

a current/valid Class B CDL accompanied by current/valid SC DOT Medical card/certificate and

at least two (2) years experience in the operation of ASL trucks.

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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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk;

handle or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee is required

to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds continuously throughout the

work day, even during inclement weather. Specific vision abilities required by this job include

close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to

focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee

encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather

conditions. The employee works near moving mechanical vehicles and parts and is occasionally

exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals

and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is done at various locations

and is required to drive there.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be

performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the

position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

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Employee Signature Date

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