Residential Swing Driver

DescriptionWalters Recycling & Refuse is thriving and looking forResidential Swing DriversStarting wage $28.50 - $35.53 an hour Depending on experience!!Now Offering Stay-on Bonus up to $6,000!!!!Positions Available with the Best Trash Hauler in MN!MN best Gold Winner 5 years in a row.Star Tribune Reader's Choice:Voted Best Trash and Recycling in MN five years in a row!#GrowWithWaltersAbout UsWalters is the premier environmental services provider in the Twin Cities metropolitan area providing waste and recycling collection to the public and private sectors since 1988. We are the largest family owned and operated waste and recycling provider in Minnesota providing over 100,000 services each week with a fleet fueled by both diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG).Job SummaryOur Swing Drivers are responsible for the collection and loading of residential waste, as well as the transporting of this waste by a side loader or rear-loader truck to the dumping facility/site. The position may require physical exertions such as repetitive lifting, pushing, and pulling receptacles that weigh from 50 to 75 pounds as part of their daily routine. This position may involve mounting and dismounting the truck multiple times every shift on some routes. In addition to these duties, pre and post trip vehicle inspection is required. Required work hours may be up to the legal limits allowed and may require weekend and/or holiday work.This position is Safety Sensitive. It requires drug and alcohol testing in compliance with 49 CFR part 382, this includes marijuana. This position also requires an active DOT health card. To get a DOT health card, candidates must have a valid Minnesota Drivers License.Primary Job DutiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned and may vary by location.Must have safe driving records, comply with all local, state, and federal transportation regulations and with company policy. Drivers are expected to always communicate professionally with customers and dispatchers. This includes receiving complaints about schedules and quality of service. Our Drivers must make note of and report on any such complaints and respond in a courteous and respectful manner. Swing Driver routes will vary as this position typically covers drivers that are on vacation or leave as well as any additional pickups added for the day. Drivers must be able to read and understand a map; complete daily driver logs as well as pre and post trip truck inspections. This position will require you to work in all weather extremes including extreme hot or cold, wet or dry conditions.The operations manager appoints the Swing Person to his/her position. He/she is fully accountable and reports to the operations manager. He/she is fully qualified to fulfill any route whether residential or recycling, as assigned by the operations manager.Is required to operate equipment such as side load, rear load and cart truckIt is required to learn all routes and do them when regular drivers are not available.At times it may be required to help the residential units (example: fall compost).It is required to get along and work well with all company personnel.It is required to perform all tasks safely and follow all safety rules. Education and Experience At least 2 years of previous experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL (Commercial Driver's License).?Must be at least 21 years of age or olderLegally authorized to work in the United StatesMust have a Class A or B CDL with airbrakes endorsement valid for the State of Minnesota is required to be held and maintained at all times during employment.Clean driving record.High School Diploma or GED EquivalentPhysical Requirements:Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally, bending, twisting, repetitive motion, and sitting for long periods of timeAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screen, DOT health evaluation, and physical assessment.This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug testing requirements in compliance with 49 CFR Part 382. Benefits: State-of-the-art onboard routing software, industry-leading safety training, driver recognition program, uniforms, and boot allowance.Competitive wages - Based on ExperienceHealth, Dental and Vision InsuranceEAP-Employee Assistance ProgramHSA Employer ContributionsCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Parental LeaveVoluntary Benefits; Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, and AccidentalLegalshield/ID Shield401K with Employer Match10 days Paid Time Off (PTO) and 6 days of ESST6 Paid HolidaysFree Trash pickup within the Service area.