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The Commercial Rear/Side Load Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to commercial customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables from commercial buildings, and transporting to post-collection facilities. Key Responsibilities: * Operate a Commercial Waste / Recycling collection vehicle, side-load and/or rear-load truck, ancillary equipment, and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection route. * Load solid waste, or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle. * Operate equipment on truck to compact product into vehicle. * Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures. * Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily. * Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately. * Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management. * Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions in the performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation. * Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle. * Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can. * Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable. * Conform in all respects with applicable federal, provincial, and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors. * Ensure that all required personal protective equipment and uniform be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.). * Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately. * Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.) * Maintain accurate records of services performed. * Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies. * May be required to work overtime. * Attend safety and branch meetings. * Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management. Requirements: * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired. * Must possess a Class 3 Commercial Driver's License. * Minimum one (1) year of commercial driving experience. * Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards. * Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: * Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: for safe operation. * Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more. * Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials). * Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. * Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps. * Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. * Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement. * Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques. * Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing. * Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures. Physical/Mental Demands: * Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell. * Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, dept