Portables Driver

Description

Safely operate pumper truck and ancillary equipment on an assigned route to service customers in a safe and efficient manner. Deliver, pick up, clean and service portable units, wash stations and holding tanks. Deliver collected waste to disposal site.

 Key Responsibilities:

•  Operate a pumper truck, ancillary equipment and pumping system to service and/or clean porta let units on a specified route.
•  Load and unload equipment on trucks and trailers.
•  Unload collected waste at disposal locations.
•  Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
•  Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
•  Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
•  Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
•  Follow all safety standards and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
•  Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
•  Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
•  Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately
•  Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)
•  Maintain accurate records of services performed.
•  Maintain inventory of all portable units, wash stations, holding tanks and spare parts available and recommend purchase of additional equipment and spare parts to supervisor.
•  Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
•  May be required to work overtime
•  Attend safety and branch meetings.
•  Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

•  High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
•  Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate
•  Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
•  Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•  Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: for safe operation
• Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more
•  Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials)
•  Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
•  Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps
•  Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
•  Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement
•  Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques
•  Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing
•  Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures

Physical/Mental Demands:

•  Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
•  Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.
•  Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
•  Sitting may be required up to 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.
•  Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Working Conditions:

•  Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending on season), moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles
•  Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.
•  Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.
•  Occasionally work in high precarious places.
•  Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.
•  Work environment is usually loud.