CDL Driver Apprentice

Casella Waste Systems•Hermon, ME

About The Position

The CDL Driver Apprentice obtains a Commercial Driving Permit and completes federally required CDL instruction and training to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle while serving customers in a designated Line of Business (LOB). The apprentice works alongside a Casella Waste Driver Trainer and remains in the apprentice role until all training requirements are completed and the apprentice passes the CDL licensing exam and road test. Casella covers all costs associated with the training program and provides an onboarding and cultural experience at its Home Office in Rutland, Vermont. Apprentices participate in required safety and customer-service training and learn to complete route assignments and operate commercial vehicles. The position involves working in varied weather conditions and handling objects weighing more than 50 pounds frequently throughout the day. The stated hiring range is $23.00–$25.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Hold a state-issued standard Class B CDL permit with air-brake endorsement, or be able to obtain one within six months.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Ability to handle objects weighing more than 50 pounds frequently throughout the day.
Ability to work under varied weather conditions.
Successful completion of pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.
Positive, team-oriented, disciplined, dependable, and determined, with a focus on excellent customer service and openness to personal and professional training and development.

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective listening and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with Casella safety standards and state and federal regulations; ensure safety equipment and devices are operational and secured, and maintain the truck’s appearance.
Operate roll rear load, front load, side load, and roll-off trucks safely on streets, highways, customer sites, and construction sites.
Provide courteous, timely customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward company, customer, and municipal goals.
Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and assigned company and federally mandated paperwork accurately.
Complete the assigned route sheet for one Line of Business; empty receptacles, return serviced bins upright to their pickup locations, and clean up around accidental waste spills.
Attend and participate in required training programs and meetings.
Immediately notify Dispatch of customer requests, service interruptions, incidents, accidents, property damage, or unsafe situations.
Remain observant and aware of surroundings, be mindful of laborers on the truck, and use problem-solving skills.
Assist the driver with backing maneuvers while on route.
Participate in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services, and perform other duties as needed to support the company’s vision, mission, and values.