Refuse
Republic Services
Martinez, CA
02.2022 - 02.2022
- Adapted routes based on changing traffic and weather conditions to stay on schedule and maintain efficiency.
- Alerted supervisors of setbacks immediately to maintain schedules and explain late pickups.
- Regularly compressed collected refuse and recyclables to maximize vehicle storage capacity.
- Performed special pickups to collect recyclable items like televisions and computers.
- Dumped recyclable materials and discarded refuse at appropriate disposal sites.
- Crushed refuse and garbage when appropriate.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delays, unsafe sites and equipment breakdowns.
- Operated automated and semi-automated hoisting devices to raise bins and dump garbage into vehicle.
- Conducted pre- and post-trip inspections and basic repairs to maintain performance levels and prevent breakdowns.
- Operated [Type] vehicles on daily route to collect materials.
- Maintained tight timetables and strict safety standards by smoothly dismounting and remounting trucks at each stop.
- Consulted with customers to address problems with garbage collection, maximizing team efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Drove more than [Number] miles each day to serve customers and collect [Number]+ pounds of discarded materials.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
