Driver's Helper

Job description

INTRODUCTION

A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity.

“Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard!!

Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.

Driver Helper – $16/hr – Early Morning Shift

Pay: $16.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Start Time: 3:00 AM
Typical End Time: Approximately 1:00–2:00 PM
Shift: 1st Shift

Job Summary

We are hiring a Driver Helper to work alongside a Route Driver collecting waste and recyclable materials from residential and commercial locations.

This is a physical, fast-paced outdoor position. Driver Helpers assist with loading and emptying containers, help the driver safely complete routes, and provide support throughout the workday.

Job Duties

• Ride with and assist the Route Driver throughout the assigned route
• Manually or mechanically load and empty waste and recycling containers into the truck
• Move containers from curbside, docks, or other collection areas as needed
• Operate hoisting equipment used to lift and empty containers into the truck
• Assist the driver during backing maneuvers
• Report unsafe conditions, accidents, injuries, or property damage immediately
• Report blocked streets, heavy containers, or other service issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager
• Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or management
• Attend required safety meetings, training, and briefings
• Assist other drivers or routes when directed
• Follow OSHA requirements and all company, local, state, and federal safety rules

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Entry-level candidates may be considered; less than 1 year of previous related experience
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Must be able to frequently lift and handle items weighing more than 25 pounds
• Must be able to push, pull, bend, twist, and lift up to 70 pounds
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in changing weather conditions
• Must be comfortable working around dirt, odors, and noise
• 6-inch steel-toe work boots are required
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, physical, background check, and employment verification

Preferred Qualification and Room for Growth

• Ability and/or Desire to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Work Environment

This position is primarily outdoors and involves riding in a GPS/video-monitored collection vehicle. Employees may be exposed to dirt, odors, noise, heat, cold, rain, and other weather conditions throughout the workday.

This is a physically demanding position requiring frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting.

$16.00/hour | Monday–Friday | 3:00 AM Start | Typically Ends Around 1:00–2:00 PM

EEO STATEMENT

A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.