Rogue Disposal CDL Route Driver

Waste Connections

12d•$29 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Rogue Disposal and Recycling, Inc., a Waste Connections company, is hiring a CDL Route Driver to safely collect solid waste using collection equipment and deliver materials to a designated disposal facility. The role works independently, completes required administrative paperwork using an on-board computer, maintains accurate company and customer records, and provides excellent customer service. Drivers may be cross-trained on automated side-load, front-load, and roll-off garbage trucks. The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts, starting around 5:30–6:30 a.m. and ending when the route is complete. Scheduled days off vary, and additional work on other days may be required as needed. Starting pay is $29–$31 per hour, depending on experience. Employment is subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing under DOT requirements and company policy. Candidates must also successfully pass post-offer background, motor vehicle record, drug-screen, and physical-capacity examinations.

Requirements

Valid Class A or Class B CDL with air brake endorsement.
At least 1 year of experience directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities.
Working knowledge of D.O.T. laws.
Ability to safely operate collection equipment and complete routine vehicle inspections and maintenance.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including loading and unloading cans without helpers.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend reports to complete daily assignments.
Must pass criminal background, drug screening, and motor vehicle record checks; a clean driving record is required.
Must successfully pass a post-offer physical-capacity examination.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a garbage truck on assigned routes to collect solid waste and deliver it to a designated disposal facility.
Read route sheets and service each customer listed or assigned by the dispatcher.
Complete administrative paperwork and daily reports using an on-board computer, including pre- and post-trip equipment inspections.
Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintenance, including checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
Load and unload waste, move bins into positions accessible to the truck, and close enclosure gates, sometimes without helpers.
Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift and load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of collected material.
Clean up accidental waste spills.
Fuel the vehicle daily and maintain its physical appearance, including routine washing.
Monitor underfilled and overfilled carts or containers to assess changing service requirements, and monitor carts and containers for condition and repair needs.
Follow all safety policies and procedures.
Interact courteously with customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.