WASTE TRUCK DRIVER

Waste Truck Operation

• Safely operate waste collection trucks in accordance with company procedures and road safety regulations.
• Collect and transport waste from designated locations to approved disposal or treatment sites.
• Follow assigned routes and collection schedules efficiently.
• Ensure waste is properly collected, secured, and transported.
• Ensure the vehicle is parked and secured appropriately when not in use.

Vehicle Inspection & Maintenance

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Check the general condition and safety of the assigned truck.
• Promptly report mechanical faults, breakdowns, or safety concerns.
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic condition of the assigned vehicle.
• Report servicing and maintenance requirements to the relevant supervisor.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Observe all traffic, environmental, health, and workplace safety regulations.
• Practice defensive and responsible driving at all times.
• Ensure waste is handled and transported in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
• Promptly report accidents, incidents, delays, or other safety and operational challenges.
• Maintain a clean and responsible driving record.

Route & Collection Coordination

• Work closely with waste collection crew members to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Coordinate with the collection team during loading and unloading activities.
• Ensure assigned collection routes are completed within the required schedules.
• Report access challenges, missed collections, delays, or other route-related issues.

Records & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of trips and waste collections.
• Record fuel usage and other required vehicle information.
• Document accidents, incidents, breakdowns, and operational challenges.
• Provide timely reports to the supervisor or operations team.

Customer & Public Relations

• Maintain professional and respectful communication with customers, colleagues, and members of the public.
• Handle customer interactions courteously while carrying out collection duties.
• Escalate customer complaints or service-related issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.