CDL Driver

Casella Waste Systems•Hermon, ME

19d

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, customer sites, and lots, and provides excellent customer service. Drivers are expected to contribute positively to their surrounding communities on behalf of Casella. Drivers participate in Casella’s Career Pathways Program, which offers advancement opportunities, regular merit increases, and safety bonus incentives. The career path includes Apprentice, Class I, Class II, Class III, and Lead Driver levels, with progression reflecting expanded route and truck-operation capabilities, customer and coworker communication, mentoring, training, and leadership 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.
Physical 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 approach to work.
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

Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections according to Casella safety standards and state and federal regulations, and maintain the truck’s appearance to company standards.
Safely operate rear-load, front-load, side-load, and roll-off trucks on streets, highways, customer sites, and construction sites.
Provide courteous, timely service and professional interactions with customers.
Maintain a positive attitude toward company, customer, and municipal goals.
Accurately complete assigned company and federally mandated paperwork.
Empty receptacles and clean areas around accidental waste spills.
Complete the assigned route sheet for one Line of Business.
Attend and participate in scheduled training programs and meetings as required by Casella or the Manager.
Notify Dispatch of service interruptions, incidents, accidents, property damage, or unsafe situations, and remain observant of surroundings.
Participate in training and learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services.
Perform other duties needed to support the company’s vision, mission, and core values.