Semi-Driver / Processor ll

Job Description Job Description Recycle Ann Arbor isseekinga mission-minded,Semi-Driver/ProcessorII. We are a zero-waste organizationoperatinginnovative reuse, recycling, and recovery programs that directly improve the environmental health of our community. With an $11M earned-revenue budget and approximately 50 employees, weoperatelikea purpose-driven enterprise: practical, collaborative, and impact-focused. Ifyou’reenergized by organization, people, and purpose, and want your work to clearly support a bigger mission,we’dlove to meet you. Recycle Ann Arbor is a Union facility Position Description Summary : Under the direction of theOperationsManager, the Semi-Driver /ProcessorIIwillbe responsible forhauling recyclable, constructiondebrisand/or other similar materials to and from different residential,commercialand industrial sitesutilizingvarious semi tractors, trailers, roll-offtrucksand roll-off containers. When not driving, the Semi-Driver /Processorwill assist with heavy equipment operation and/or recyclable material processing. This position involves entering and exiting a heavy-duty tractor, truck, or heavy equipment numerous times each day. TheSemi Driver/ Processor IIwill ensure outstanding customer service, efficient material processing, and a successful recycling environment to meet the organization's goals. Semi-DriverEssential Functions and Responsibilities: Attention to safety at all times including the safe driving and operation of various semi tractors, trailers, roll-off trucks and heavy equipment on a daily basis, including: Pick up and/or drop off full roll-off containers at industrial or commercial job sites including, but not limited to, the Drop Off Station, Recovery Yard, MRF, Community Clean Ups and other satellite locations and transport them to designated locations for recycling or disposal; Pick up, drop off, live load and/or otherwise transport full or empty trailers (live floor, dry box, low boy) at industrial or commercial job sites including, but not limited to, the Drop Off Station, Recovery Yard, MRF, Community Clean Ups and other satellite locations and transport them to designated locations for recycling or disposal; Utilize in-truck, hand-held electronic or manual record keeping, dispatching and/or other forms of productivity tracking/activity logging/navigation; Communicates with customers, fellow employees and others as directed/necessary to ensure safe, efficient and customer-focused service Operate heavy equipment including wheel loader, excavator, or other heavy equipment. Operational duties include clearing tip floors, loading trailers, moving recyclable material/waste, etc. Perform daily pre/post-trip truck/trailer/equipment inspections; Comply with all company policies all local, state, and federal transportation regulations; Maintain cleanliness of interior and exterior of assigned equipment Responsible for training new Roll Off Driver staff Other duties as assigned. ProcessorIIESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist customers with questions and unload materials. Sort and process materials. Maintain a clean work area and public environment. Assess incoming material to determine quantity and composition. Operate all point-of-sale systems, scale and transit logistics systems, transactions including cash handling (ex. gatehouse, offices, etc.). Prepare materials, bins, and trucks for shipments. Safe operation of all machinery, equipment, and vehicles. Complete opening and closing procedures, as assigned. Maintain all sites to maximize customer comfort, safety, and ease in unloading material. Handle and resolve various customer issues. Help plan and carry out special projects as assigned by theOperationsManager. Required Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate with a diverse customer base, and have exceptional, demonstrated customer service skills; Ability to workindependently,withina groupand contribute to apositiveteamwork environment; Maintain honest and ethical relationships with co-workers and the public; Maintain a professional appearance and attitude; Demonstrated commitment to safety; Demonstrated understanding and compliance with all local, state, and federal transportation regulations; Be flexible and adaptable to change; Ability to operate a cash register and do basic math. Ability to safely operate heavy equipment (training provided). Education and Experience Requirements: Possess a high school diploma or GED Must have a valid Michigan Class A CDL with airbrake endorsement Minimum 1-2 years of experience in the trucking/transportation industry; will consider alternative work experiences Some experience operating heavy machinery preferred Legally eligible to work in the United States; Clean driving record Physical Requirements: Must be able to frequently navigate in and out of vehicles and equipment. This includes climbing in and out of vehicles and equipment, bending and twisting. This position requires an individual to perform a variety of physical labor activities using all the departmental equipment either as a direct operator or assisting in the operation. Works in strenuously physical conditions include extreme cold or heat, inclement weather, and night conditions for periods over eight hours. Exposure to material and equipment that requires specific and detailed safety use to prevent physical injury to self and others. In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to: stand, walk or sit, talk, hear, climb, balance, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend. Also, the employee will frequently be required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects and to reach with hands and arms. The employee occasionally will be required to lift objects or exert a force equal to that of 50 pounds. Vision requirements for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Company Description Our mission is to develop and operate innovative reuse, recycling, and zero-waste programs that improve environmental quality. Throughout 2019 we tracked the materials that we collected curbside, at our Drop Off Station, at our Recovery Yard and at our ReUse Center. These materials totaled 13,878 tons! We then used the EPAs WARM model to calculate the carbon emissions conserved. And the results are in, a big thanks to the Ann Arbor community for reducing, reusing and recycling. Our efforts make an impact. Company Description Our mission is to develop and operate innovative reuse, recycling, and zero-waste programs that improve environmental quality. Throughout 2019 we tracked the materials that we collected curbside, at our Drop Off Station, at our Recovery Yard and at our ReUse Center. These materials totaled 13,878 tons! We then used the EPAs WARM model to calculate the carbon emissions conserved. And the results are in, a big thanks to the Ann Arbor community for reducing, reusing and recycling. Our efforts make an impact.