Class B Side Load Garbage Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services•Plainfield, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Interstate Waste Services is seeking experienced CDL B Side Load Truck Drivers. Safety is our top priority. This position offers hourly pay of $31.27 and a work week from Monday to Saturday, with a schedule of 3 am to 1:30 pm. A minimum of 1 year of CDL driving experience is required. We provide a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k. Interstate Waste Services is a leading provider of solid waste and recycling services in Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, and has expanded into Pennsylvania and Ohio. We serve a diverse range of customers and are committed to providing high-quality services while prioritizing safety. We maintain a balance between a large corporate structure and a small, family-style culture.

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
Ability to 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

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

Responsibilities

Safely operate front, side, or rear-loading trucks for the pick-up service of bags or containers filled with waste or recyclable material.
Transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycle facility, potentially making multiple trips per shift.
Perform driver pre and post-trip inspections to ensure truck compliance with safety standards, OSHA, DOT regulations, and local traffic laws.
Navigate through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.
Perform highly skilled backing maneuvers.
Routinely climb in and out of the truck cab to service customer accounts.