Join us at Live Oak, where your role as a Residential Driver goes beyond operating heavy-duty trucks; it’s about making a tangible impact on your community. You'll be at the forefront, ensuring that household waste is collected efficiently and safely from neighborhood routes. As you navigate through residential areas, you'll be supported by a team that values safety and precision. We provide all the tools you need, including comprehensive benefits like health and dental insurance, a 401(k) with matching, and an employee assistance program. Our commitment to your well-being extends to generous paid time off. Let's work together to keep our neighborhoods clean and thriving, all while supporting your personal and professional growth.

$20 - $23 hourly

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following tasks.

• Operates vehicle in accordance with DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state, and federal laws.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
• Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by Live Oak Environmental or directed by the Route Manager.
• Works closely with the Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notifies Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service or potential safety hazards.
• Communicates customer requests to the Dispatch or Route Manager.
• Completely dumps all receptacles and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Follows route assignments as directed and completes end-of-day documentation and check-out process.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

Education and Experience

• Education: None Required.
• Experience: One (1) year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving within the last 7 years.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Hold a current Class A or B Commercial Drivers License with an air brake endorsement.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

REWARDING COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• 10-hour shift
• Paid time off