Sweeper Driver- Lake Forest

Summary
The Sweeper Driver is responsible for safely operating a heavy-duty sweeper truck to perform assigned duties on cleaning the city's surface streets and/or parking lots. This position is responsible for efficiently servicing the city, while complying with all local, state, and federal transportation regulations and with Company policies.
Job Description

• Operates sweeping vehicle that cleans streets of trash and other accumulation by activating and controlling the rotary brushes and water spray.
• Ensures waste, supplies and material handling equipment is secured prior to operating sweeper.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
• Ensures vehicle is operating correctly while on the route and notifies Route Supervisor/Dispatch/Maintenance of any concerns.
• Understands and practices operating as prescribed in Athens Services Safety Rules.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations/service calls to Route Supervisor/Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and Safety meetings as required by the Company.
• Makes use of standard tools and resources provided by the Company.
• Works closely with Route Supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify on-road issues.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Supervisor or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Route Supervisor of any incidents/accidents/injures/property damage.
• Provides a positive professional customer attitude when dealing with customers.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Class B Driver's License.
• 1 year of previous experience.
• Acceptable Driver Record.
• Able to meet all DOT requirements.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English / Spanish
• Work experience in the waste, environmental services, energy, or transportation industry.

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Physical:
  • Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
  • Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, & interpersonal abilities continuously.
  • Eye/hand coordination, handling, & wrist motion continuously.
  • Bending, reaching, stretching, frequently, and lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. frequently.
• Environmental:
  • Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet/hot conditions, & noise continuously.
  • Works outside only.

Salary: $19.95 - $25.50 per hour
Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran