Class B Rear Load Garbage Truck Driver
About The Position
Interstate Waste Services is seeking experienced CDL B Commercial Rear Load Garbage Truck Drivers for their Hammonton, NJ location. This is a full-time, year-round position with steady work. Safety is a top priority at Interstate Waste Services, which is described as a progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services. The company aims to balance the standards of a large corporation with a small business, family-style culture. Drivers are responsible for safely operating rear-loading trucks to collect waste or recyclable materials, transporting them to disposal or recycling facilities, and may complete multiple trips per shift. The company utilizes both manual and automatic trucks. The role requires physical exertion, including lifting and maneuvering materials, and frequent mounting/dismounting of the truck cab.
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
- Experience as a Driver or Helper for a Refuge Company is Highly Preferred
Responsibilities
- Safely operating front, side, or rear-loading trucks for the pick-up service of bags or containers filled with waste or recyclable material.
- Transporting collected material to a disposal, transfer, or recycle facility.
- Making one or more trips throughout the shift as needed.
- Navigating through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.
- Performing highly skilled backing maneuvers.
- Routinely 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, OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws, prior to and while operating the vehicle.
Benefits
- Full Benefits packet with Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
