Company Overview:
Atlantic Maintenance and Trucking Services, Inc., a locally owned company in operation since 1990, is dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable waste management solutions for St. Croix. We offer comprehensive non-hazardous solid waste collection and disposal services to commercial, industrial, construction, and residential customers across the island, as well as trucking, transportation, and crane services.
Job Summary:
Atlantic Maintenance and Trucking Services, Inc. is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Front Loader Truck Driver/Operator to join our team on St. Croix. This role demands a dependable individual with a strong work ethic, exceptional attendance record, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a front loader truck, maintaining the vehicle to the highest standards, and ensuring the efficient and timely collection, transport, and disposal of waste materials.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate Front Loader Truck:
- Safely and efficiently operate a front loader truck to collect, transport, and dispose of waste materials according to company protocols and safety standards.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies, local, and federal transportation laws and regulations.
- Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance:
- Conduct regular inspections and perform routine maintenance to ensure the vehicle and equipment are in optimal working condition, adhering to company specifications for cleanliness and safety.
- Report any major mechanical issues immediately to the maintenance department to prevent operational downtime.
- Adherence to Schedules:
- Follow assigned schedules meticulously to ensure all waste collection tasks are completed on time.
- Communicate any delays or issues that may impact the schedule to the main office promptly.
- Customer Interaction:
- Interact professionally and courteously with customers when on-site, addressing any concerns or inquiries regarding waste collection services.
- Report any customer feedback or issues to the appropriate company representative.
Marginal Duties:
- Assistance with Other Company Vehicles:
- Assist with the operation of other company vehicles or equipment when needed.
- Emergency Response:
- Be available to respond to emergency situations, such as unexpected waste collection needs, road closures, or equipment failures, which may require additional hours or flexibility in scheduling.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Proven track record as a truck driver with a focus on frontload trash trucks, demonstrating extensive experience and expertise in the field.
- Mechanical Aptitude: Possess strong mechanical skills for performing routine vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting, ensuring minimal downtime.
- Strong Work Ethic: Demonstrate a strong work ethic characterized by reliability, diligence, and a commitment to excellence in all tasks.
- Exceptional Attendance: Maintain an impeccable attendance record, consistently reporting to work on time and ready to perform.
- Independent and Organized: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Flexibility and Availability: Willingness to work early hours, with the flexibility to accommodate additional hours when required.
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