CDL Driver- $3000 Sign On Bonus

Casella Waste Systems•Tonawanda, 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. Drivers maneuver vehicles in residential and commercial environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, lots, customer sites, and construction sites. The position emphasizes safe operations, excellent customer service, and positive contributions to the communities served on behalf of Casella. Drivers participate in Casella’s Career Pathways Program, which provides advancement opportunities, regular merit increases, and safety bonus incentives. Career levels range from Apprentice through Lead Driver, with increasing responsibilities across lines of business, vehicle types, customer communication, mentoring, and driver training. The hiring range is $25–$31 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be 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, listening, and problem-solving skills, and dedication to excellent customer service are desired.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Positive, disciplined, dependable, determined, customer-focused, and open to personal and professional training and development.

Responsibilities

Perform 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.
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, or unsafe situations, while remaining 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.
As career level advances, complete assigned routes across additional lines of business and truck types, mentor and train employees, develop driver training plans, and support employee career progression.