Driver Helper

Waste Connections is looking for a safety conscienceDriver Helperto join our growing team in Pontotoc, MS.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to safely operate on and around a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste.

• Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.

• Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading.

• Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.

• Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

• A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, with an occasional Saturday as needed, 50 hour + work week.

• Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work;heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.

• The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.

• Ability to perform physical duties of the position.

WasteConnectionsis an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.