CDL Driver

Company: Waste Connections
Location: Shelton
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

We are looking for a safety conscience G arbage Truck Driver to join the team at our Hauling location in Shelton, WA . Previous waste experience would be a huge plus !

This is a Monday-Friday early AM day shift position. The starting pay for this position is $24.50/HR.

Essential Functions:

• Performs complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections including, but not limited to, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges and controls.
• Drives heavy diesel truck along residential and commercial routes and to disposal area(s).
• Climbs into and out of truck at customer locations and disposal area(s) when necessary.
• Operates hand hydraulic controls to cycle compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
• Courteously interacts with customers, dispatchers, and supervisors.
• Reads and maintains, in sequential order, tablet, follows map and services each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by dispatcher and/or supervisor.
• Completes required route/productivity sheets, Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs) and other forms.
• Performs driver check-in procedures upon returning to the facility at the end of the day Follows all safety policies and procedures as well as attend weekly safety meetings.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  • Equivalent of high school diploma or GED certification
  • Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement
  • Must meet Waste Connections Driver MVR Qualification Standards.
  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug screen, background and motor vehicle records check and Department of Transportation Physical.
  • Must be able to work early morning shift starting at 6:00 a.m.
  • Must be able to read and fill out necessary paperwork completely.
  • Communicate clearly to customers, dispatcher, and supervisors.
    
    Physical/Mental Demands
    
    Job incumbents must be able to:
    
    • Work over 40 hours a week and up to 60 hours a week.
    • Must be able to lift up to 65 pounds.
    • Driver must be able to read and understand a map, complete a daily driver log as well as pre and post trip truck inspections.
      
      Work Environment:
      
      • Work independently while driving refuse truck on route
      • Routes must be completed daily in all weather extremes including extreme hot or cold, wet or dry conditions
      • Work hours will vary by route.
      • Truck may or may not have air conditioning
      • Constant exposure to unpleasant sights and smells
        
        Apply today and Connect with Your Future at www.wasteconnections.com !
        
        We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.
        
        Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans)
        
        
        
        

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