Helper

INTRODUCTION

A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard!!

Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.

Job Summary

The Driver Helper teams with a Route Driver to assist with the collection of waste and recyclable materials. This is a physically demanding, outdoor position requiring teamwork, reliability, and adherence to safety procedures.

Schedule & Start Date

• Start: Tomorrow morning; no need to wait for onboarding.
• Start time: Approximately 5:15 AM.
• Work is based on daily operational needs and is confirmed through a daily schedule sheet.
• Position is not guaranteed daily, but employees should expect approximately 3–4 days per week, with shifts lasting approximately 11 hours.
• Must be available and able to confirm availability for tomorrow morning.

Required: Steel-toed boots. Boots will be checked before the employee is assigned to a truck.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA requirements, and all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Immediately report unsafe situations or service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend and participate in required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
• Manually or mechanically load and empty residential and/or commercial waste and recycling containers into the truck.
• Service containers that may be staged curbside, dockside, or require carryout/pullout service.
• Operate hoisting equipment to lift and empty bins or containers into the truck hopper.
• Assist the Route Driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.
• Report all incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Route Manager.
• Notify the Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including:
• • Closed or impassable streets or alleyways
  • Receptacles that are too heavy to service
  • Potential safety hazards
• Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
• Perform other duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Assist other drivers as directed to meet customer service needs.

Qualifications

Required

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Less than 1 year of previous experience in the field.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Successfully complete:
• • Pre-employment drug screening
  • Physical examination
  • Background check, including previous employment verification and criminal history
• Must have steel-toed boots.

Preferred

• Ability or willingness to acquire a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Physical Requirements

• Must have adequate motor coordination and dexterity in the arms, hands, fingers, and legs.
• Frequently handle objects weighing more than 25 pounds.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, twist, and lift up to 70 pounds.
• Position requires significant physical activity throughout the workday.

Work Environment

• Primarily works outdoors and/or rides in a video/GPS-monitored vehicle.
• Exposure to dirt, odors, noise, extreme weather conditions, and other similar environmental elements is expected for most of the workday.
• Physical demands may vary depending on the assigned site and route.

Important Start Requirement

Candidates must be available to start tomorrow morning at approximately 5:15 AM and must be able to confirm their availability.

EEO STATEMENT

A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.