Balcones Recycling is a Circular Services company. As a pure-play recycling company, Balcones is on a mission to recover all recyclables from the waste stream. As such, we design custom recycling programs focused on keeping resources away from landfills. We are known for building state-of-the-art facilities and fostering great partnerships with small-to-large businesses, counties and municipalities. We don't stop at processing - we are active in key industry initiatives to increase the circularity of our materials and economy. We prioritize education and outreach initiatives to improve recycling participation. We love what we do and look forward to partnering with you to build a circular economy, one bale at a time. Learn more about Balcones Recycling at
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
In this position, you will be responsible to drive a designated route each day to deliver and pick-up various recycling containers in various types of trucks. This position may operate a forklift, drive a Class A flatbed, and drive Class A dry vans.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Operate vehicle in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements, as well as all local, state and federal laws
• Perform pre and post trip vehicle inspections and document utilizing the standard DVR
• Deliver quality customer service and interaction at the utmost professional level
• Record and maintain daily customer delivery tickets
• Communicate customer requests and/or service interruptions to Operations staff

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILIITIES:

• A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Must be able to drive a 10-Speed Standard Vehicle
• Must be 21 years of age
• Successfully complete pre-employment DOT drug screen, physical and 7-year background check; which will include previous employment check, criminal history and motor vehicle review
• Must be able to verify and maintain accurate daily records
• Strong customer service skills
• Be able to lift up to 65 lbs. and push/pull 200 lb. recycling containers

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Extensively use hands and fingers to manage or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms
• Frequently required to sit, walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, speak and hear. Regular sitting on a powered industrial truck
• Frequently lift to fifty pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for extended periods of time
• Vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Having a good sense of balance
• Having good eye-hand-foot coordination
• Ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud