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Side Load Driver

Municipal Group of CompaniesFredericton, New Brunswick

30+ days ago

Job description

Fero Waste and Recycling Inc, a division of The Municipal Group of Companies, is a solid waste company that services New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and is currently seeking the knowledge and expertise of a Side Load Operator.

Highlights :

Day shifts, Monday to Friday (with an early morning start time);
Additional hours and occasional variations from the schedule may be required to meet business demand;
Competitive compensation, and benefits package available after three months of continuous employment;
The chance to work with a stable, growing company with numerous divisions across Eastern Canada.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

Drive Side Load tandem truck in a safe and efficient manner on assigned routes to fill contractual requirements; Ensure assigned routes are completed in a timely and safe manner;

Responsible for daily pre-and post-trip inspections of trucks assigned;

Check-in with Dispatcher to determine what time to leave and return;

Load and unload heavy materials, tools, and equipment under varying traffic and road conditions;

Maintain telephone or radio contact with the appropriate supervisor to receive delivery instructions;

Advise Supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs;

Report any driving infractions and / or suspensions;

Perform end-of-day driver check-ins to ensure complete and accurate paperwork completion;

Be aware of surroundings at all times; ensure the safety of fellow employees;

Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task;

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience :

Valid commercial driver’s license with clean driver abstract;

Class 3 driver’s license, with air brake in good standing;

Ability to follow a firm work schedule as directed by supervisor;

Willingness to work in a team environment; comply with procedures

Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner;

Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that projects are correctly completed;

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; strong customer focus;

Good Coordination, lifting 20-75 pounds on a regular basis;

Proven ability to multi-task & ability to prioritize tasks;

Previous waste and or recycling experience preferred;

Residential curbside collection experience preferred;

Working safely is a condition of employment.