Sanitation Driver- Class A

Salinas, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $25.16 - $27.15
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
safe work environment

Job Description

Our company is a leading sanitation service provider specializing in portable restroom solutions tailored to meet the needs of diverse customers across various industries. With a strong commitment to hygiene, safety, and environmental responsibility, we take pride in offering comprehensive sanitation services that include cleaning, pumping, and servicing portable restrooms with exceptional care and professionalism. Our operations extend to a broad network of customer sites, treatment plants, and branch locations, ensuring timely and efficient service delivery. We are known for upholding the highest standards in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for our employees and seamless service for our clients.

The Sanitation Driver role is a pivotal position within our company, reflecting our focus on operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Sanitation Drivers are responsible for a range of critical tasks, including loading and unloading sanitation equipment, servicing portable restrooms on-site, and transporting waste to approved treatment facilities following all safety and environmental guidelines. Emphasizing compliance with DOT regulations, drivers must maintain thorough vehicle inspections, keep accurate service and safety logs, and ensure the cleanliness and functionality of company trucks and equipment. The position requires a strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Successful candidates will demonstrate professionalism in every customer interaction, respond efficiently to service inquiries, and report any operational concerns to supervisors promptly. Our drivers also assist with yard management duties such as cleaning, organizing, and maintaining safe operations. While the role requires a readiness to work varied schedules, including weekends and extended hours during peak seasons, it does not involve overnight travel as routes are localized within close proximity to assigned work locations.

Candidates with a Class A Commercial Driver's License and appropriate endorsements will be highly considered, although we offer positions across different license levels. Our drivers meet rigorous federal requirements, pass medical physicals, and maintain compliance with DOT standards to ensure the highest safety and operational effectiveness. Bilingual English-Spanish skills are preferred, enhancing communication with our diverse customer base and team members.

Overall, this position offers a rewarding opportunity for individuals committed to maintaining sanitary conditions in diverse environments, contributing directly to public health and safety. Our company values accuracy, dependability, and a strong work ethic, encouraging ongoing training and development for career growth within the sanitation industry. We strive to maintain a safe, clean, and compliant work environment, supporting our team with a culture of respect and professional development. Join our team as a Sanitation Driver and be a core part of delivering vital sanitation services that keep communities healthy and operational.

Job Requirements

  • Pass a pre-employment medical physical
  • Maintain FMCSA physical qualification standards
  • Be DOT/FMSCA compliant
  • Must have a valid driver’s license for the assigned level
  • Maintain insurance eligibility to operate company vehicles
  • Hold a valid DOT medical certificate if driving across state lines
  • Familiarity with securing cargo on commercial motor vehicles
  • Ability to use mobile device applications
  • Willingness to work varied schedules, weekends, or extended hours during peak season
  • Follow all DOT, FMCSA, state, and local regulations and company driver policies

Job Qualifications

  • Valid driver’s license for the assigned level
  • Ability to use mobile device applications
  • Good communication skills in English, bilingual English/Spanish preferred
  • Knowledge of waste disposal procedures
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Professionalism and strong work ethic
  • Following DOT, FMCSA, state, and local regulations
  • Experience in sanitation or commercial driving preferred
  • Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and operating equipment

Job Duties

  • Load, unload, deliver, pick up, pump, wash, sanitize, service, and restock portable restrooms and related sanitation equipment at customer sites according to company and safety standards
  • Assist supporting an assigned sanitation driver with service details of restroom units at customer sites
  • Accurately report all route service
  • Help with yard work, loading, unloading, and sanitation equipment tasks
  • Assist with cleaning, organizing, and maintaining a safe and orderly yard
  • Transport and properly dispose of waste at approved treatment plants in compliance with policies
  • Provide professional, courteous, and respectful customer service
  • Respond to basic customer service questions and report concerns or service issues to supervisor
  • Safely operate company trucks in compliance with all DOT safety and traffic regulations
  • Maintain pumper truck by checking lights, tires, mirrors, fuel level, water, oil temperatures, and cleaning vacuum pumps
  • Maintain cleanliness of company trucks, tools, and equipment
  • Promptly report any safety concerns, vehicle issues, equipment malfunctions, or maintenance needs
  • Perform all other operational needs, tasks, and duties as assigned professionally and efficiently
  • Secure cargo in or on commercial motor vehicles according to regulations
  • Follow Hours-of-Service rules and keep accurate logs/ELD
  • Perform daily vehicle inspections including tires, lights, hoses, fluids, and safety equipment

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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