Class B Front Load Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services•Jersey City, NJ

11d•$32 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services (IWS) is seeking experienced CDL B Front Load Truck Drivers for their Jersey City, NJ location. IWS is a leading provider of solid waste and recycling services, known for its innovative approach and commitment to safety. The company offers a family-style culture while operating with the standards of a large corporation. This role involves safely operating front load trucks, transporting materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities, and potentially making multiple trips per shift. The position requires adherence to all safety regulations and may involve working in various conditions, including congested urban areas and tight spaces. Drivers are responsible for pre and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety standards.

Requirements

21 Years of Age & Legally Eligible to Work in the United States
Valid Class A or B CDL
Airbrake Endorsement
1-year CDL driving experience in the last 7 years.
Great Safety Record and Clean MVR
Working Knowledge of DOT, OSHA & Applicable Traffic Regulations
Ability to Speak & Read English to Converse with the General Public, understand Highway Traffic & Signals, Respond to Official Questions & Make Legible Entries on Reports & Records
Read & Understand a Map
Meet Physical & Safety Requirements of the Position.
Willing & Able to Work Required Worked Hours as Allowed Under DOT Regulation & May Include Weekend, Night &/Or Holiday Work

Nice To Haves

Front Load Garbage Truck Driving experience required
Experience as a Driver or Helper for a Refuge Company is Highly Preferred

Responsibilities

Safely operating front load trucks.
Transporting material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility.
Making one or more trips throughout the shift.
Repeatedly lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving and maneuvering up to 100 pounds.
Mounting and dismounting the truck multiple times every route.
Navigating through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.
Performing highly skilled backing maneuvers.
Climbing in and out of the truck cab to service customer accounts.
Performing driver pre and post inspections.
Ensuring the truck is in compliance with IWS’s safety standards as well as OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws, prior to and while operating the vehicle.
Other duties as assigned.