What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver - Landfill Night Shift position at ATLANTIC COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY?
SUMMARY
This position is a night shift position and reports to the night shift Group Leader. In the absence of the Group Leader, this position takes direction from the Landfill night shift Lead Equipment Operator. This position is responsible for hauling waste materials in tractor-trailers from the Transfer Station to the Landfill. This position requires working overtime on a scheduled Saturday night rotation if required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
- Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), Class A, with an airbrake endorsement. Candidates who hold a CDL Class B may be eligible for consideration however a CDL, Class A, must be obtained within 6 months of position appointment.
§ Must be able to work overtime on a nightly basis as needed
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
§ 2 years tractor-trailer truck driving experience or other articulated driving experience with a minimum gross weight of 50,000 lbs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical activities described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Essential functions are those functions that the employee who holds the position or the candidate that desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made for persons who are disabled under the law. Reasonable accommodations are those accommodations which, as defined under applicable State and Federal law, enable disabled individuals to perform the essential functions of their job title and to meet the Employer’s expectations for the job title. While performing the functions of this job the employee:
Constantly sustains bouncing and shifting of the body because of road conditions. Must be able to observe all angles of the equipment to ensure the safe operation of the equipment, the public, and other employees. This requires constant twisting of the head/neck a minimum of 90 degrees off center. Frequently traverses in and out of truck. Frequently moves about on uneven ground. Frequently remains in a stationary position while operating equipment. Occasionally moves and transports materials, equipment and/or mechanical components up to 49lbs. Must be able to be exposed to or work under the following conditions: near moving parts and large machinery, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, work in areas with excessive vibration, load noises and risk of electrical shock. Must be able to operate controls, hand and power tools. Must have close, distance, color, peripheral and depth vision. Constantly works safely at all times by observing all safety rules and regulations while utilizing all available safety equipment. Constantly works in all outdoor weather conditions.