The Residential Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transporting to post-collection facilities. Key Responsibilities: * Drives a rear-load, split body, curotto, or automated-side load truck along designated routes to collect waste and take to post-collection facilities * As route conditions require, driver will assist helper(s) in loading solid waste into truck hopper * Utilize helpers while backing up according to Company policy * Ensures company employees and third-party helpers adhere to Company policies, procedures, safety compliance and quality standards, while on designated route * Operates mechanical packer to load and compact trash from hopper into the truck body * Performs daily pre- and post-trip inspections; completes and submits the vehicle condition report at the end of the shift * Courteously interacts with customers and/or the general public along the route to answer questions or respond to requests; notify supervisor of issues requiring management action * Cleans waste from the packer blade and truck body on each landfill and/or transfer station run; this ensures that equipment operations will continue safely and productively * Maintains and submits a DOT logbook, daily route/productivity sheet, and vehicle condition report (post-trip inspection sheet) as required by law or company policy * Maneuver truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back up * Uses a key map and GPS to locate service addresses * Follows safe operating practices, including lock out/ tag out procedures to ensure proper operation of the truck * Monitors operations to detect loose debris, using mirrors or direct sight and/or listening for debris falling onto truck during dumping operation; visually scans customer site before and after dumping * Adherence to all DOT, OSHA, FMCSA, and EPA regulations and standards * Performs other job-related duties as assigned Requirements: * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired * Possess valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) * Must be at least 21 years of age * Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate * 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 Abilities: * 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, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas * Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and o