General Labor

WASTE TRUCK HELPER

Location: Galveston, Tx 77550

Hours: 8 am - 5 pm Mon - Fri

Pay rate:12.50 - 13.00

POSITION SUMMARY
Assist driver in providing prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services for customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Safely load waste by carrying bags and containers to the vehicle for disposal

• Assist the driver in maneuvering the vehicle by directing the driver from the ground
• Ride on the vehicle to assist the Driver while servicing customers on a designated route.
• Operate packing mechanism and various levers and handles to activate the lifting and loading mechanism
• Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip; spray and clean the hopper and truck, if applicable
• Follow all safety standards and wear the proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Attend and participate in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings
• Reports any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Courteously interact with all customers, dispatchers, and others daily to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste

• Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies
• Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner
• Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle, as well as the on the route and in the work area
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum 6 months experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to working in all-weather elements preferred
• High-energy individual with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work in a physically demanding setting
• Attention to detail and good time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others
• Ability to use good judgment to carry out detailed instructions
• Must have reliable transportation (Good Attendance is a must)
• Must possess basic mathematical skills
• Basic computer knowledge preferred

EDUCATION
• High school diploma or equivalent