CDL Driver - Front-Load - $7,500 Hiring Bonus

Casella Waste Systems•Auburn, MA

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver safely and efficiently operates a front-load truck while providing prompt, courteous, and complete waste-removal services on designated routes. The driver maneuvers the assigned vehicle in residential and commercial environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and provides excellent customer service. Drivers are expected to make positive contributions to the surrounding communities on behalf of Casella. Starting pay is $26.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on experience. The role includes a $7,500 hiring bonus. Casella’s Career Pathways Program offers advancement opportunities, regular merit increases, and safety bonus incentives. Career levels range from Apprentice through Lead Driver, with progression involving additional lines of business and truck types, stronger customer and communication skills, mentoring, and driver training responsibilities. The successful candidate must meet the stated education, licensing, age, work-eligibility, physical, and pre-employment testing requirements. The position also calls for dependable, team-oriented behavior, a focus on customer service, and openness to training and development.

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.
Desired: excellent verbal and written communication, effective listening and problem-solving skills, customer-service dedication, and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective listening and problem-solving skills.
Dedication to providing excellent customer service.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Openness to personal and professional training and development.

Responsibilities

Perform pre- and post-trip inspections in accordance with Casella safety standards and state and federal regulations, and maintain the truck’s appearance to company standards.
Safely operate assigned trucks on streets, highways, customer sites, and construction sites.
Provide courteous, timely service and professional interactions with customers.
Support company, customer, and municipal goals with a positive attitude.
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.
Attend and participate in required training programs and meetings.
Notify Dispatch of service interruptions, incidents, accidents, property damage, and unsafe situations; remain observant of surroundings.
Participate in training and other learning opportunities and perform other duties needed to support the company’s vision, mission, and core values.
At advanced career levels, mentor and train employees, develop driver training plans, complete route sheets across multiple or all lines of business, and support employees’ career progression.