Job description
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Shuttle Driver
Location: Derwood, MD
You must be legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located and not require any sponsorship assistance from Covanta.
We seek a dedicated and experienced truck driver to operate tractor trailers, as well as roll-off trucks and dump trailers at the Solid Waste Transfer Station. This position will primarily involve on-site driving with possible need for, with training, over-the-road driving. Primary responsibilities include the safe and efficient operation of yard truck and chassis/trailer combination and may include driving a roll-off truck to various locations, as well on-site operations throughout the Transfer Station campus. Drivers are required to complete pre-trip inspections and preventative maintenance activities on the equipment. Secondary responsibilities include operating a forklift, loading trailers, assisting local residents with the disposal and drop-off of their trash and recyclable materials, traffic control, checking ID's, resolving customer conflict, disassembling appliances for metal recycling, cleaning the work area and other areas of the Transfer Station campus, and assisting the Shift Supervisor as needed.
Position Requirements: The successful candidate must have a High School diploma or equivalent and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) permit. The preferred candidate will have a valid Class A (CDL) and a a minimum of one (1) year of prior experience operating tractor trailers and/or roll-off trucks, preferably over-the-road. .Consideration will be given to candidates who demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude and safety orientation, along with the intent to secure a Class A CDL within six (6) months of hire. The successful candidate must have a clean driving record and the ability to maintain a DOT medical certificate. The successful candidate must be flexible to work different shifts, including weekends.
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities desired include:
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Good mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with hand tools
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The ability to work outside and in the elements
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Acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers
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Deal with public effectively and without controversy
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Works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness
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Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner
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Good follow through ability
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Ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise
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Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules
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Promotes the Company’s safety standards
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Does not take inappropriate risks
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Maintains a feeling of pride in work
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Strives to achieve all goals
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Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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). Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
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