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Burrtec is a well-established refuse and recycling collection company serving over fifteen municipalities throughout Southern California and employing over 1900 full-time employees. Burrtec continues to grow through company acquisitions and successful bid proposals. Burrtec is a family-owned company that firmly believes the key element to our success is knowing how important each employee is to the organization. Driver The Driver will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of commercial vehicles to collect and transport waste and recyclable material to the dumpsite. The driver plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and timely collection and proper disposal of solid waste, green waste, and/or recycling materials while adhering to all relevant safety and environmental regulations. SALARY RANGE: $31.65 - $34.00/hour ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Operate commercial vehicles, such as automated side loader, front-loaders, rear-loaders, roll-off trucks, or transfer trucks, in a safe and efficient manner Follow designated routes and schedules for waste collection and transport Collect waste materials from residential, commercial, or industrial sites by completing all routes in a timely manner while maintaining efficiency and within the route standards Load waste into the truck using appropriate equipment, such as hydraulic lifts or compactors Optimize the route to minimize unnecessary trips to the designated disposal or recycling facilities while ensuring secure and compliant handling Minimize delays and disruptions to the schedule by not having any misses per week and promptly completing paperwork in morning and afternoon/evening Perform a daily and thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure safety and proper functioning Use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times to ensure well-being Follow safe driving practices, including defensive driving techniques and adherence to traffic laws including no use of cell phone or radios while driving Use three Points of Contact and be aware of surroundings at all times to ensure grippers and forks are always positioned in safe manner Report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs promptly for repairs Represent Burrtec in a professional manner as a frontline representative Deliver excellent customer service and wear the assigned uniform Be courteous, respectful, and professional when interacting with customers and coworkers Address customer inquiries, requests, and complaints immediately and with empathy, striving to exceed customer expectations whenever possible Adhere to all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies while operating commercial vehicles Respect all company equipment by keeping the cab clean at all times and not obstruct or tamper with the on-board camera system Follow all DOT Regulations daily (10-hour rule, 34 hour reset and 12 hour logs) Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards for waste transportation…