CDL Class B Rear Load Garbage Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services•Closter, NJ

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About The Position

Interstate Waste Services is hiring a rear-load garbage truck driver to serve the Home Depot location in Closter, New Jersey. The driver operates rear-loading trucks and transports material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities, potentially making one or more trips during a shift. The company deploys both manual and automatic trucks. This role involves repeatedly getting in and out of the truck, navigating congested communities and confined city areas, and performing skilled backing maneuvers. Drivers complete pre- and post-trip inspections and ensure the truck complies with company safety standards, OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws. The position may require lifting up to 50 pounds and moving or maneuvering up to 100 pounds. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The stated pay rate is $27.00 per hour, and the position offers year-round steady work and a full benefits package with PTO. Weekend, night, or holiday work may be required as allowed under DOT regulations.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
Hold a valid Class A or Class B CDL with an air-brake endorsement.
Have one year of CDL driving experience within the last seven years.
Have a strong safety record and clean motor vehicle record.
Have working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and applicable traffic regulations.
Be able to speak and read English to communicate with the public, understand highway traffic and signals, respond to official questions, and make legible entries on reports and records.
Be able to read and understand a map.
Meet the physical and safety requirements of the position, including repeatedly lifting up to 50 pounds, moving or maneuvering up to 100 pounds, and repeatedly mounting and dismounting the truck.
Be willing and able to work required hours as permitted under DOT regulations, which may include weekends, nights, or holidays.
Include a resume or job history when applying.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a driver or helper for a refuse company is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive rear-loading garbage trucks.
Transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility, making one or more trips during a shift as needed.
Complete required driver pre- and post-trip inspections.
Ensure the truck meets Interstate Waste Services safety standards, OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws before and while operating it.
Navigate congested communities and confined or tight areas, including performing skilled backing maneuvers.
Climb in and out of the truck cab to service customer accounts.
Perform other duties as assigned.