CDL Driver - $5,000 Hiring Bonus

Casella Waste Systems•Cheshire, MA

19h

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver safely and efficiently operates roll-off trucks and provides prompt, courteous, complete waste removal services on designated routes. The Driver maneuvers assigned vehicles in residential and commercial settings, including high-traffic or congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, customer lots, and construction sites, while delivering excellent customer service and making positive contributions to the community on behalf of Casella. The role includes a Career Pathways Program with advancement opportunities, regular merit increases, and safety bonus incentives. Career levels range from Apprentice through Lead Driver. Drivers progress by completing routes across additional Lines of Business and truck types, developing customer-service and communication skills, gaining industry knowledge, mentoring or training coworkers, and supporting other drivers’ career development. The hiring range is $24.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience, with potential annual earnings of up to $68,640 plus safety bonuses depending on hours worked. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with up to 57.5 hours available per week. A $5,000 hiring bonus is offered.

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 varied weather conditions.
Successful completion of pre-employment testing, including a drug screen.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective listening and problem-solving skills, and dedication to excellent customer service are desired.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team is important.

Nice To Haves

Openness to personal and professional training and development.
Positive, team-oriented, disciplined, dependable, determined, and customer-service-focused attributes.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with Casella safety standards and applicable 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 timely, courteous service and professional interactions with customers.
Promote company, customer, and municipal goals through a positive attitude and contributions to the community.
Complete assigned company and federally mandated paperwork accurately.
Empty receptacles and clean areas around accidental waste spills.
Complete the assigned route sheet for one Line of Business, with career progression involving additional Lines of Business.
Attend and participate in required training programs and meetings.
Notify Dispatch of service interruptions, incidents, accidents, property damage, and unsafe situations; remain observant and aware of surroundings.
Participate in training and learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services.
As a Lead Driver, develop driver training plans, coach employees, complete route sheets for all Lines of Business, and support drivers’ career progression.