Local Tractor Trailer CDL Driver- Longview, WA

Waste Connections

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Control, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a dependable, safety-focused CDL Class A Tractor-Trailer Driver to transport waste and recyclable materials in a 53-foot trailer on local routes. The driver will travel between transfer stations, mill facilities, and Headquarters Road Landfill for disposal, making four trips per day. The position offers a consistent home-daily schedule, competitive hourly pay, and employee benefits. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:15 AM to 4:15 PM, with frequent overtime opportunities. The position is based in Longview, Washington, and pays $29.00 per hour.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with no restrictions; must be able to operate a manual transmission.
Ability to operate interstate routes with no license restrictions.
At least one year of tractor-trailer driving experience.
Clean driving record and commitment to safe driving practices.
Strong understanding of DOT regulations and transportation safety standards.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend work orders, route sheets, and reports.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and DOT requirements.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions.
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more.
Ability to climb, bend, stoop, reach, and enter and exit truck cabs multiple times throughout the day.
Ability to work around moving machinery, traffic, noise, fumes, dust, and vibration while following safety protocols.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a Class A tractor-trailer with a 53-foot trailer on assigned local routes.
Transport garbage, recyclables, and other live loads between transfer stations, mills, and disposal facilities.
Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including checking tires, lights, fluid levels, brakes, and safety equipment.
Follow DOT regulations, company policies, and safety procedures.
Read route sheets, tablets, and dispatch instructions to ensure timely and accurate route completion.
Maintain accurate logs, inspection reports, and required documentation.
Communicate professionally with dispatchers, customers, and facility personnel.
Secure loads and verify compliance with transportation and disposal requirements.
Promptly report vehicle defects, accidents, or safety concerns.
Perform additional duties as assigned.