Transfer Vehicle Operator Full-Time [Night] at SOUTHEASTERN PSA (VA) – Portsmouth, Virginia
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About This Position
Pay is based on skills and years of experience.
Work involves the transport of trash and other solid waste between a transfer station and other disposal sites in a manner which emphasizes being a good neighbor on the road with no accidents or safety violations and proper care of equipment.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Transportation Operation Manager and is carried out in accordance with standardized equipment operation practices and general work instructions.
Operates a tractor-trailer combination to transport solid waste between transfer station and disposal sites in a safe and timely fashion.
Operates trailer-unloading mechanism according to established procedure.
Inspect each load before closing tops and repacks load, as necessary.
Cleans and performs minor maintenance, such as fluid level checks and additions, tire check, cleaning lights and reflectors, replacing washer fluid and fueling on a daily basis.
Keeps daily equipment logs as required.
Performs regular and routine inspection of equipment.
Observes all Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
Reports service needs to Transportation Operations Manager.
Follows SPSA policies and procedures.
A high School diploma or GED. A Class A Commercial License with two years of driving experience of a tractor-trailer combination; or a Commercial A Driver's License and graduation from an approved Tractor Trailer School with a minimum of one year of experience driving a tractor trailer combination. Good DMV record with less than two (2) moving traffic violations and no DUI's in three (3) years.
Must possess a valid driver’s license with a demonstrable safe driving record.
JOB TITLE: Transfer Vehicle Operator |
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| ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS | MENTAL, PHYSICAL AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS | % OF TIME | |
1 | Operate a tractor-trailer combination to transport solid waste between transfer station and disposal site in a safe and timely fashion. | Mental ability to read, comprehend, write, verbal communication skills. Ability to maneuver a tractor-trailer combination at a fully competent level. Adequate use of arms and legs to allow for operation of manual gear shift. Ability to use provided three-point support system(s) that enables a person to use simultaneously two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand while ascending, descending, or moving about the machine/equipment. Ability to withstand up to 10 hours per day of bouncing and vibrations from driving on roads that are sometimes rutted and uneven. Safety gear required. Good knowledge of traffic & safety rules and accident prevention practices. | 60% |
2 | Operate trailer - unloading mechanism according to established procedure. | Mental ability to read and comprehend. Skill in the safe and efficient operation of assigned equipment. Basic operational knowledge of hydraulic systems. Manual dexterity to latch and unlatch, open, and close a 50–100-pound pressure trailer rear door. Physical ability to withstand and function in an unusual dusty, dirty, and odorous condition. Ability to bend and stoop. | 10% |
3 | Inspect each load before closing top and repack loads according to procedures. | Physical ability to climb a portable staircase 13'6" tall and push waste down to secure load prior to closing the top. Ability to move material up to 50 pounds. Reaching, extending hands and arms above shoulder and in any direction. | 10% |
4 | Clean and perform minor maintenance such as fluid level checks, tire checks, cleaning reflectors. Replace washer fluid and fuel on daily basis. Keep daily equipment log as required. Performs regular and routine inspection of equipment. | Mental ability to read, write, and comprehend verbal communication skills and interpersonal relations skills. Ability to gather and verify all documentation. Ability to bend and stoop to perform maintenance and operate equipment.
| 5% |
5 | Ability to connect and disconnect electrical lines, air lines and hydraulic hose from tractor-trailer. Release 5th wheel and operate landing gear properly. | Physical ability to connect and disconnect electrical lines, air lines, and hydraulic lines. Reading, writing, and comprehensive skills. Ability to disconnect 5th wheel with fifty (50) pound pulling pressure and operate landing gear effectively. Ability to safely drop trailer on a safe surface and good knowledge on how to operate a landing gear. Ability to bend and stoop.
| 10% |
6 | Special Projects. | Ability to operate tankers and yard hustler when needed. | 5% |