About this roleSwing Class 3 Driver
Location: 8 Moore Road, Dartmouth, NS
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time
Reporting To: Route Supervisor
Start Date: Immediately
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am start
Compensation: $25.51 per hour
About Miller Waste Systems:
Miller Waste Systems Inc. has been in operation since 1961. As a proudly Canadian, privately owned and operated Waste Company, Miller Waste is a leader in waste management and diversion, providing governments and industries with a wide range of services in the province of Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Manitoba, and currently operates out of more than 30 locations.
Our people are our number one asset and together we are working towards achieving our vision to be the most trusted, most operationally excellent integrated waste provider in North America.
Join us and become a part of the Miller Waste team and be a part of something great, where you can make a difference.
Summary:
The Swing Class 3 Driver operates multiple waste collection vehicles to support commercial and residential routes as needed. This role requires flexibility in scheduling, and a commitment to safety, customer service, and performance standards while working independently and supporting team operations.
Responsibilities:
In the position Swing Class 3 Driver your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
• Adhere to Miller Waste Systems safety protocols and be familiar with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Operate a Roll-Off truck, Front-End truck, and residential equipment safely.
• Ensure customers are serviced as per their contractual requirements and schedules.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Meet or exceed performance and productivity expectations through proven results.
• Maintain your vehicle in a tidy, safe condition and perform daily cleaning of the vehicle's blade.
Competencies & Qualifications:
• Have excellent knowledge of and be familiar with the roads in Halifax, Dartmouth, and surrounding areas.
• Hold a valid Class 3 Driver’s Licence, maintain a clean Driver's Abstract and have had no preventable accidents in the past year.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility with your work schedule is necessary as start and end times may vary. Statutory Holidays and weekends will be required at times.
• Exhibit effective written and verbal communication.
• Have excellent attendance and performance records, as well as team-building, communication, and organizational skills.
• Preference is given to candidates already experienced on either Roll-Off or Front-End trucks, due to the complexity of this role.
Posting closing date: This posting will remain active until it has been filled.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.
We realize that you may not feel you have every qualification listed and that working to secure a career can be stressful. If you feel that you meet most of the company’s needs and that your passion for your work adds value to a growing company, we would still love to hear from you.
Miller Waste Systems is committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.
We are committed to providing people with disabilities with equal opportunities and standards of goods and services and are fully compliant with applicable provincial Disabilities Acts.
Miller Waste Systems strives to be an employer of choice. As a proudly Canadian, privately owned and operated Waste Company we have over 65 years’ experience of providing quality service to all our customers. We have been successful in achieving this goal by providing a family and employee centric environment at all our locations. We provide industry leading work environment and compensation, benefits, and pension programs.