**Van Driver - Seattle $24/per hour**

Seattle, WA / Operations / Full-time is a service that inspires people to create a future without waste. Today, we make it easy to reuse and recycle more by identifying recyclable and reusable items that the city doesn't collect, picking them up from our customers' doorsteps, and matching them with local partners that can use them sustainably. Our future plans go much further and include making zero waste a reality for millions.

Were looking for both full-time and part-time team members to join our fleet of drivers. Ideal candidates are those who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to help to improve how we do our work every day. In addition, it is critical that candidates are team players who come up with creative ways to solve problems. We offer a positive work environment, a strong benefits package for full-time employees. This is a unique opportunity to get in at the beginning and help build something special! **Our Member is Our Hero.** Our members are at the core of our company. Only by empowering them can we accomplish our vision.

**We Never Settle.** We are relentlessly pursuing the exceptional and challenging the status quoalways making our service, experience, and company better.

**We Take Our Success Personally.** We all have a stake in the success of Ridwell. You are empowered to make an impact.

**Purpose Drives Our Actions.** Knowing why we are doing something enables us to focus on what is truly important.

**We Are Stronger Together.** Every person is critical to our success. We need diverse perspectives to execute on creative solutions. By fostering collaborationand connection at every level, we can be phenomenal.

**Job Duties**

Arrive on time to each stop on your route.

Follow instructions on our Ridwell fleet app directing you to pick up specific items at each stop.

Communicate any discrepancies on pick up with Ridwell driver support.

Understand time management and communicate when a route is taking longer than anticipated.

Provide excellent customer service to internal/external customers.

Load and unload items into and out of the company-owned vans.

Use text message and email to communicate with Ridwell driver support and the Ridwell driver manager.

Deliver Ridwell bins and bags to new members houses.

On-Board new Ridwell members by explaining the service and answers common questions.

Ensure compliance regarding all company policies and procedures.

Other duties assigned as necessary by management.

**Job Requirements**

Must be able to read and follow written or oral instructions.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Must own and be able to use a smartphone and google or apple maps.

Ability to be on your feet or on a van route all day.

Ability to communicate effectively digitally over text message and email.

Must be 21 years or older with a valid drivers license and be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time, frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach, and lift up to 49 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.

High school, GED, or equivalent diploma.

Must be available to work Monday-Friday and possible weekend shifts.

Must pass a background and motor vehicle history check if offered the position.

No previous experience required.

**Career development**: Many of our entry-level employees become leaders in operations and other areas **Benefits**: We offer 100% employer-paid health benefits after 60 days to full-time employees **Reliable hours**: We will give you a stable schedule you can count on

Individuals seeking employment at Ridwell are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

COVID-19 update for Ridwell employees All Ridwell employees must be fully vaccinated except as necessary to accommodate disability or religious belief, candidates will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination (e.g., a copy of a vaccine card or other similar official document confirming vaccination status) prior to their first day of employment.

How we are protecting employees from COVID-19 At Ridwell, employee health and safety is our top priority. We have implemented processes and precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. For more information, please contact our HR department at HR@Ridwell.com.