Local CDL Class A Driver

Waste Connections•Victor, MT

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Connections is seeking a reliable and experienced CDL A Driver to operate the Missoula route, hauling trash from the transfer station to the landfill in Missoula. The role operates a roll-off truck carrying one box and pulling a trailer with two additional boxes, for a total of three boxes per trip to the landfill. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed. Start time is between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM, depending on route availability. Starting pay is $24.50 per hour.

Requirements

Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a clean driving record.
Strong knowledge of local streets and routes.
Excellent driving skills with a focus on safety.
Ability to lift and load heavy items weighing 50 lb or more.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb into the truck multiple times a day.
Comfort working in various weather conditions.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Steady working history.
Basic mechanical knowledge for vehicle inspections and minor maintenance tasks.

Nice To Haves

Two years of commercial driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate trash trucks to collect garbage, recycling, and yard waste on assigned routes.
Safely and efficiently load waste materials using appropriate techniques and equipment.
Transport collected waste to designated disposal facilities.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip truck inspections and report mechanical issues or maintenance needs to the fleet maintenance team.
Perform routine vehicle cleaning and maintenance to support compliance with safety standards.
Follow safety protocols and company policies while operating the vehicle and handling waste materials.
Comply with local, state, and federal regulations related to waste management and transportation.
Use required and provided personal protective equipment (PPE).
Interact courteously with customers and the public, address questions or concerns professionally, and promptly resolve service issues.
Maintain accurate records of daily routes, waste collected, incidents, and other issues.
Complete and submit required documentation in a timely manner.