Summary

Job Description

• Assist supervisors with any necessary paperwork and is responsible for the collection routes during supervisor’s absence. 

• Ensure efficient and safe operation of all collection routes. 

• Engage employees to create a safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition.  

• Enforce Athens Services safety rules and regulations. Reports any unsafe situations to direct supervisor or manager. 

• Assists with preparation of daily routes, route changes, vehicle replacements, dispatch duties and other work assigned. 

• Assists with training and evaluation of personnel. 

• Ensures new employees are trained on general policies, and proper use of assigned equipment. 

• Ensure efficient and excellent customer service is provided to all customers. 

• Train and re-train new and current employees.  

• Assist supervisors with route observations. 

• Handles special projects and other related management duties as assigned. 

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• 1 year of operations experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledgeable in OSHA, Federal DOT, and other related state and federal regulations.
• Must have demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Able to effectively communicate with people.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates Degree
• Bilingual (Spanish & English).
• Waste Industry Experience

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Physical:
• Seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
• Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, organization, concentration, working with interruptions & interpersonal abilities continuously.
• Eye/hand coordination, driving, feet (pedals) continuously.
• Climbing (Stairs/Ladders), standing, walking, fingering (typing), handling (holding), & calculating frequently.
• Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing, reaching, sitting, wrist motion occasionally.
• Environmental:
• Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, noise, grease, oil, hot/cold temperatures, standing on concrete & vibration continuously.
• Exposure to electrical hazards, chemicals, and uneven or slippery surfaces occasionally.
• Works inside & outside. Salary: $27.65- $31.85 per hour
• Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 5:00am - 3:00pm

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Athens Services is Martin Rivera.