CDL Driver

Waste Connections•Placerville, CA

14d•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

El Dorado Disposal, a Waste Connections company, is hiring a safety-conscious CDL Driver in Placerville, California. The role involves operating a garbage truck on assigned routes to collect solid waste and working outdoors in all weather conditions. The position is full-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule beginning at 3:30 a.m. or 4:30 a.m., depending on the line of business, and occasional Saturdays as needed. Starting pay is $27.50 per hour, with a stated pay range of $27.00 to $32.00 per hour. The work is physically demanding and includes loading and unloading refuse, sometimes without helpers, and operating hydraulic hand controls to lift and dispose of waste. Drivers also inspect and maintain vehicles, follow route sheets, interact courteously with customers, and perform other assigned duties. Working conditions include exposure to outdoor weather, wet conditions, fumes, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

Requirements

Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement.
At least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities.
Basic knowledge of truck components to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
Ability to safely operate a garbage truck and perform the physical duties of the position.

Nice To Haves

Waste experience is preferred but not required.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste.
Read route sheets and service each customer identified or assigned by the dispatcher.
Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintenance, including checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
Perform physically demanding loading and unloading work, sometimes without helpers.
Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift and load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.
Interact courteously with customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.