Garbage Truck Driver
KC Dumpsters
- Performed post-trip truck inspection, cleaned cab of any trash or spills incurred en route and turned in vehicle condition report.
- Communicated with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns and other maintenance problems.
- Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on garbage truck and related equipment.
- Drove trucks along established routes, through residential streets and alleys and business and industrial areas.
- Verified assigned truck fully-fueled and safe to operate and required paperwork on board before leaving yard.
- Operated automated or semi-automated hoisting devices to raise refuse bins and dump contents into trucks.
- Executed proper lifting techniques when handling large or heavy objects, minimizing risk of injury on the job.
- Maximized payload capacity with careful loading practices that allowed for more efficient collections.
- Attended and participated in scheduled training programs, briefings and meetings required by company or assigned by supervisor.
- Worked closely with supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
- Supported company reputation with professional conduct and appearance while representing the organization in public spaces during collections.
- Maintained truck cleanliness and functionality through regular inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in training new drivers, ensuring they were proficient in garbage truck operation and company procedures.
- Strengthened client relationships with courteous interactions and addressing concerns promptly during residential pickups.
- Notified supervisor of incidents injuries or property damage, awaiting direction, and avoiding taking action or making statements without company authorization.
- Dismounted garbage trucks to collect garbage and guide driver in reversing in tight spaces.
- Recorded time on route sheet at each customer stop.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by accurately recording weight data for each collected load at designated facilities.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient scheduling of pickups, leading to reduced idle time for trucks.
- Maintained records of collected materials and reported discrepancies.
