Driver Operator

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for safely transporting material from a client’s location and to an assigned destination for processing or disposal. Performs necessary tasks to load and unload material utilizing commercial trucks and/or heavy/agricultural equipment. (May include tankers and end dump trailers in an off-road environment.)

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off


• 10 Holidays


• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)


• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)


• Career growth and promotional opportunities


• Tuition Reimbursement

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete a daily truck log and submit reports of mileage covered at EOD.


• Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction with clients and the public.


• Conduct daily inspections and perform preventative maintenance on the truck/equipment.


• Comply with all DOT, state, local and in-house regulations, procedures, and rules.


• Operate truck/equipment in a safe manner at all times


• Perform loading, unloading, and timely delivery of material to assigned/approved destination.


• Travel from job site to job site or plant to job site. May involve overnight travel.


• Clean bio-solids off truck/equipment before leaving the field site or landfill.


• Perform shop clean up, maintenance, and equipment/tools setup.


• Maintain operation records.

STATUS AND SCOPE:

• Communication skills – verbal and written.


• Ability to operate heavy or agricultural equipment in a safe manner


• Ability to back up truck/equipment.


• Ability to memorize routes and follow directions.


• Ability to perform basic maintenance of truck/equipment.


• Problem solving.


• Ability to travel.


• Ability to work weekends.

COMPENTENCIES

• Organizing: Uses resources effectively and efficiently.


• Peer Relationships: Is seen as a team player and is cooperative.


• Flexibility:  Is very flexible and adaptable, can act differently depending upon the situation.


• Time Management: Values time, uses his/her time effectively and efficiently.


• Ethics and Values: Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times.


• Integrity and Trust:  Admits mistakes and is seen as a direct, truthful individual.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).


• Valid Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL) Class A with Tanker Endorsement preferred. Are willing to train you to get your CDL


• Minimum 2 years commercial driving/heavy or agricultural equipment experience.


• Safe driving record: No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years or DWI/DUI in last 10 years.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.