PR · On-site
$14.75/hr
Drive trailer, truck vehicles to transport cargo/inventory and materials to and from the distribution center. * Loading/Unloading: Loading and unloading cargo/inventory, which may involve using ...
PR · On-site
$14.75/hr
Drive trailer, truck vehicles to transport cargo/inventory and materials to and from the distribution center. * Loading/Unloading: Loading and unloading cargo/inventory, which may involve using ...
PR · On-site
$14.75/hr
Drive trailer, truck vehicles to transport cargo/inventory and materials to and from the distribution center. * Loading/Unloading: Loading and unloading cargo/inventory, which may involve using ...
PR · On-site
Drive trailer, truck vehicles to transport cargo/inventory and materials to and from the distribution center. * Loading/Unloading: Loading and unloading cargo/inventory, which may involve using ...
PR · On-site
Drive trailer, truck vehicles to transport cargo/inventory and materials to and from the distribution center. * Loading/Unloading: Loading and unloading cargo/inventory, which may involve using ...
PR · On-site
Drive trailer, truck vehicles to transport cargo/inventory and materials to and from the distribution center. * Loading/Unloading: Loading and unloading cargo/inventory, which may involve using ...
PR · On-site
Drive trailer, truck vehicles to transport cargo/inventory and materials to and from the distribution center. * Loading/Unloading: Loading and unloading cargo/inventory, which may involve using ...
$11 - $12/hr
Responsabilidades: * Transporte y entrega de mercancía * Inspección básica del vehículo * Cumplimiento con rutas asignadas * Manejo adecuado de documentos de entrega Requisitos: * Licencia de ...
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As a garbage truck driver, your job is to drive a large vehicle and collect trash, recycling, or yard waste from cans and dumpsters on a set route. You then take the load to a landfill or recycling center. Most drivers operate a front-end loader truck that lifts the waste into a container behind the vehicle, though other collection vehicles exist. Aside from driving through your route, you may need to perform a daily pre-trip inspection of your vehicle, do preventative maintenance, regularly clean the inside and outside of the vehicle, and maintain a log of your activities. On some routes, you may need to carry garbage out by hand, assist disabled residents, or report unusual sanitation problems so the city can dispatch someone to deal with it.
| Aspect | Garbage Truck Driver | Waste Collection Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Commercial Driver's License (CDL) | CDL often preferred, may vary by employer |
| Work Environment | Driving and operating garbage trucks in urban or suburban areas | Collecting waste from residential or commercial locations |
| Industry Usage | Municipal waste management, private waste companies | Municipal and private waste collection services |
Garbage Truck Drivers and Waste Collection Operators both work in waste management, often requiring a CDL and operating in similar environments. The main difference is that Garbage Truck Drivers focus on operating trucks and ensuring safe transportation, while Waste Collection Operators may be more involved in the physical collection process. Both roles are essential in waste collection services and share overlapping skills and certifications.
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$14.75/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 6 days ago
7.7
Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
104th of 366 rated logistics
Pay Transparency Statement:
The compensation philosophy reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to the rule governing the program.
Key Responsibilities, but not limited to:
Drive trailer, truck vehicles to transport cargo/inventory and materials to and from the distribution center.
Loading and unloading cargo/inventory, which may involve using pallet jack and conveyer or other equipment to move pallets/boxes and large items.
Ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods to designated locations/clients, which may include interacting with clients. Using various equipment that may include manual conveyors, carts or pallets in a multi-temperature environment. Effectively maneuver equipment on lots of limited space and possible obstacles.
Maintaining accurate records of deliveries, pickups, and any other relevant information.
Performing routine checks on the vehicle, reporting any mechanical issues, and ensuring the vehicle is in good working condition.
Utilizing GPS and other routing systems to plan efficient delivery routes and ensure timely arrival at destinations.
Adhering to all traffic laws and regulations, as well as company safety procedures.
Providing professional and courteous customer service during deliveries and addressing any delivery-related inquiries or concerns.
Required Skills and Experience:
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.
Required Skills and Experience:
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.
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Des Plaines, IL, US