Lakeshore Disposal CDL Route Driver

Waste Connections

12d•$30•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeshore Disposal, a Waste Connections company, is hiring a Local Garbage Truck Driver in McCall, Idaho. The driver operates automated trucks to collect solid waste and transport it to appropriate disposal sites. The role involves working independently, providing excellent customer service, and cross-training on Automated Side Load, Front Load, and Roll Off trucks. The schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 5:30 AM and ending when routes are finished, generally after 8–11-hour days. Occasional Saturdays and overtime may be needed. New CDL and CDL permit holders are encouraged to apply; permit holders must have their permit before receiving a job offer. Candidates must pass the required post-offer screenings and examinations.

Requirements

Valid Class A or Class B CDL with Air Brakes endorsement, or a Class A or Class B CDL permit held before a job offer.
Clean driving record.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English.
At least 1 year of experience directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities.
Ability to pass a DOT drug screening, criminal background check, motor vehicle record screening, and physical capacity examination.
Ability to perform strenuous physical work, including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing over 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste.
Read route sheets and service each customer identified or assigned by the dispatcher.
Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintenance, including checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
Perform physically demanding work, including loading and unloading and moving waste bins into positions accessible by the truck; close enclosure gates as necessary, sometimes without helpers.
Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift and load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
Clean up areas around accidental waste spills.
Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspection reports.
Fuel the vehicle daily.
Maintain the vehicle's physical appearance, including routine washing.
Monitor overfilled and underfilled carts or containers to assess changing service requirements.
Monitor the condition of carts and containers and identify repair needs.
Follow all safety policies and procedures.
Interact courteously with customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.