CDL Class A Truck Driver

GOODWILL OF WESTERN & NORTHERN CONNECTICUT•Bridgeport, CT

64d•Onsite

About The Position

Goodwill is seeking a seasonal CDL Class A Truck Driver to join their team. This is a first shift position that operates within Connecticut, ensuring drivers are home every evening with Sundays off. The role involves drop and hook operations and driving a straight truck to transport donations. The position is needed through August of 2026 or potentially longer. A key requirement is the ability to drive a manual transmission.

Requirements

Hold a valid Connecticut Commercial Class A driver’s license.
Must have current medical certification.
Must be available weekends.
Must be able lift, push, and pull 50lbs.
Must be able to drive manual transmission.

Nice To Haves

Training provided for roll-off truck operation.

Responsibilities

Must always act as a representative of Goodwill and act accordingly, i.e., professionally and courteously.
Must report all accidents timely and according to standard operating procedures.
Responsible for the safe operation of agency vehicles.
Will drive straight truck, roll-off (training provided), and tractor trailer.
Will go to Wheelabrator Trash Facility to empty trash containers with roll-off truck.
Will do drop and hook at Goodwill retail stores.
Change trash, metal, and cardboard containers as needed in yard.
Will help prepare trailer and trucks as needed for delivery.
Will do off-loads at Goodwill attended donation centers.
Great attitude with customer service skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for career advancement
Health, dental, and vision insurance (employee paid)
Ancillary benefits including long and short term disability, and life insurance (Goodwill paid)
Two (2) weeks’ vacation
Four (4) personal days
Nine (9) days of sick time (For those working more than 20 hours a week)
Up to $3,000 in qualified Tuition Reimbursement
Nine (9) Paid holidays (based on Standard Weekly Hours)
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, including Employer Match
50% Employee Discount
$200 Referral Program