Pool Driver

Alameda County Industries, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Pool Driver to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in providing residential and commercial collection services for solid waste, recyclables, and organics in the Cities of Alameda, Castro Valley, San Leandro and San Ramon.

Position Summary: Drives an automated residential collection vehicle to provide prompt, courteous and complete waste and recycling removal for residential customers.

Representative Responsibilities:

The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The actual duties required of this position will vary.

• Performs complete pre-trip inspection including, but not limited to, air brakes, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges and controls.
• Drives heavy truck along residential routes and to disposal and processing sites

. Operates hand hydraulic controls to lift/load refuse, operate compactor and unloads collected material at the designated facility.

• Moves waste or recycling container to position accessible by truck arm, as necessary.
• Courteously interacts with customers, dispatchers and supervisors.
• Reports unserviceable waste and recycling container.
• Cleans up the area around an accidental waste spill.
• Cleans spilled material from truck body and frame and secures hopper upon completion of each load.
• Reads route sheet, follows map and services each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by dispatcher and/or supervisor.
• Completes required route/productivity sheets, Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs) and other forms.
• Performs driver check-in procedures upon returning to the facility at the end of the day.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Typical Physical Requirements:

The following physical activities or abilities are commonly associated with the performance of this position. The actual requirements of this position will vary.

· Lift and carry up to 75 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday.

· Push/Pull wheeled containers over 75 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday.

· Climb into and out of truck repeatedly throughout the workday.

· Walk to and from container location throughout the workday.

· Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

· Exposure to solid waste, recycling and organic materials.

Experience:

• Proven experience as a commercial driver with expertise in operating manual transmission vehicles.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record.
• Familiarity with commercial driving regulations and safety standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-oriented approach.

Required:

• Must possess a valid Class A license
• Must have five (5) years' experience driving a commercial vehicle
• Must be able to read speak fluent English

Pay Range: $37.90 - $50.53

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.90 - $50.53 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• San Leandro, CA 94577 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Leandro, CA 94577: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person