CDL Driver

Casella Waste Systems•Vestal, NY

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver safely and efficiently operates rear-load, front-load, side-load, and roll-off trucks while providing prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services on designated routes. The driver maneuvers assigned vehicles in residential and commercial environments, including high-traffic or congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, lots, customer sites, and construction sites. The role also involves maintaining the vehicle, completing required paperwork and route sheets, and contributing positively to the communities served on behalf of Casella. Casella offers a Career Pathways Program with advancement opportunities, regular merit increases, and safety bonus incentives. Career progression ranges from Apprentice and Class I, II, and III Driver through Lead Driver, with increasing capability across lines of business and truck types, customer and coworker communication, mentoring, training, and coaching responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Valid Class A or Class B CDL license.
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 many different weather conditions.
Successful completion of pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective listening and problem-solving skills.
Dedication to providing excellent customer service.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Positive, team-oriented, disciplined, dependable, determined, and focused approach.
Openness to personal and professional training and development.

Responsibilities

Safely operate rear-load, front-load, side-load, and roll-off trucks on streets, highways, customer sites, and construction sites.
Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with Casella safety standards and state and federal regulations.
Maintain the truck’s appearance in accordance with company standards.
Provide courteous, timely customer service and professional interactions with customers.
Complete assigned route sheets for the applicable line or lines of business.
Empty receptacles and clean areas around accidental waste spills.
Complete company and federally mandated paperwork accurately.
Notify Dispatch of service interruptions, incidents, accidents, property damage, or unsafe situations.
Remain observant and aware of surroundings.
Attend and participate in required training programs and meetings.
Participate in training and learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, its products, sales, and services.
Perform other duties needed to support the company’s vision, mission, and core values.
At higher career-path levels, mentor and train employees, develop driver training plans, coach employees, and support drivers’ career advancement.