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This position is for a Roll Off Driver with a company location in Jackson, MS.

Duties and Responsibilities Include: Secure containers by attaching hook to container; uses control levers to pull container up on the bed of the truck, secures straps and hand tarp individual containers as necessary. Provides Distinguishably Different level of service through courteous and expeditious customer service in all aspects of refuse operation to the general public and customers. Exhibits a positive attitude towards company, customer and municipal goals. Answers questions for customers and directs them to contact Customer Service or Sales Representative for additional information. Operates compaction and lift equipment on vehicle. Performs Daily Pre and Post Trip inspections as set forth by Waste Pro procedures and D.O.T. guidelines. Completes Safety Lane activity and DVIR daily in accordance with Waste Pro safety lane guidelines. Includes inspection under hood, check under carriage, check fluid levels and air tires. Maintains clean truck and washes exterior weekly. Inspect/Clean Truck: Lift hood, inspect under the hood, walk around and check under carriage; pump gas, check fluid levels and air tires - Uses air gauge, dipstick for levels, and gas pump nozzle for gas fill.

 Requirements and Qualifications Include: Must have a Class A or B CDL valid for the state in which the position works. Requires a safe driving record. Must be at least 21 years of age or older.  Understand refuse collection policies, procedures, guidelines and practices, understanding of Department of Transportation and State requirements for operators of commercial motor vehicles.  Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.  See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Exhibit normal range of body motion.  Drive a front-end, side, rear-end, or roll off loading refuse truck, including right-hand driver's position on certain equipment, observing legal and defensive driving practices.  Manipulate heavy equipment control levers. Follow a designated refuse collection route or work schedule;  Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;  Maintain written records and service responses.  Must be able to speak and read English well enough to communicate with  customers, co-workers, dispatch and super visors, understand highway and traffic signals, and be able to make legible entries on paperwork.

Equal Opportunity Employer- Protected Veterans/Disability