Solid Waste & Recycling Collections CDL Driver

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  Medical, Dental, and Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
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  Tuition and Academic Assistance
  
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  And so much more!
  
  
  

• Safely operate front-end loading collection vehicles and container carrier trucks to service campus dumpsters.
• Complete assigned collection routes averaging 50 locations per day, transporting materials to designated disposal and recycling facilities.
• Conduct daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, maintain route sheets, and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Adjust to unplanned route changes and perform emergency or non-scheduled collections as needed.
• Utilize onboard systems such as FleetMind routing technology, scales, and cameras for efficient service tracking.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance including greasing, fluid checks, and light replacements.
• Maintain clean vehicle interiors and exteriors and ensure compliance with all safety, DOT, and environmental regulations.
• Operate additional equipment such as forklifts, backhoes, or snow-removal vehicles during seasonal or emergency operations.

• Serve in a mandatory operations role and be available during adverse weather conditions or university closures.
• Assist with snow plowing, brine application, and other emergency response tasks as needed.
• Work hours follow a ten-hour shift schedule, typically 3:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m. during the academic year and 3:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. during summer/holiday periods.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the Facilities Division.

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Requires appropriate licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment.

• Demonstrated experience operating commercial vehicles and equipment such as collection trucks, dump trucks, semi-trailers, tractors, or snow removal vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle inspections, maintenance procedures, and DOT safety standards.
• Proficiency with onboard routing technology (e.g., FleetMind) and ability to document inspections and routes electronically.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with reliability and flexibility to adjust to changing operational needs.

• Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A or B and must be maintained.
• Requires appropriate licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment

• Collection schedules are Monday - Saturday 3:00 am-11:00 a.m. during the academic year and Monday - Friday 3:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. during the summer and holiday periods. Assigned work days/schedules rotate every six to eight weeks. Drivers typically work between 40 and 48 hours per week depending on staffing.
• This position earns Overtime Pay (time and a half for hours above 40/week), Holiday Pay as well as Shift Premium Pay (an additional 10% of hourly rate when hours worked between 4 p.m. and 8 a.m. exceed half of total daily hours).
• Position receives University benefits package.
• Please include all relevant employment history on your application. Any employment history you mention in the supplemental questions or resume, MUST be listed in your employment history on your application.
• Previous applicants may reapply.