CDL Class B Front Load Garbage Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services•Closter, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services is seeking experienced CDL B Front Load Garbage Truck Drivers for year-round, steady work. Safety is a top priority, and we offer a competitive hourly pay rate. We are a progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services, serving Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, and New York City, with expanded operations in Pennsylvania and Ohio. We cater to a diverse range of customers and are committed to providing high-quality services while prioritizing employee, customer, and environmental safety. We strive to balance the standards of a large corporation with a small business, family-style culture.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-2 years of Front Load Experience in the Waste Services Industry Required
21 Years of Age & Legally Eligible to Work in the United States
Valid Class A or B CDL
Airbrake Endorsement
1-year CDL driving experience in the last 7 years.
Great Safety Record and Clean MVR
Working Knowledge of DOT, OSHA & Applicable Traffic Regulations
Ability to Speak & Read English to Converse with the General Public, understand Highway Traffic & Signals, Respond to Official Questions & Make Legible Entries on Reports & Records
Read & Understand a Map
Meet Physical & Safety Requirements of the Position.
Willing & Able to Work Required Worked Hours as Allowed Under DOT Regulation & May Include Weekend, Night &/Or Holiday Work

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Driver or Helper for a Refuge Company is Highly Preferred

Responsibilities

Safely operate front, side, or rear-loading trucks for the pick-up service of bags or containers filled with waste or recyclable material.
Transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycle facility, potentially making multiple trips per shift.
Navigate through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.
Perform highly skilled backing maneuvers.
Routinely climb in and out of the truck cab to service customer accounts.
Perform driver pre and post inspections to ensure the truck is in compliance with IWS's safety standards, OSHA, DOT regulations, and local traffic laws before and during operation.