Front Load Driver
About The Position
Are you a safety‑conscious driver looking for a stable, full‑time career with great pay, benefits, and the chance to be home every night? Pasco West New Port Richey, a Waste Connections Company, is looking for a reliable and motivated Front Load Driver to join our team in New Port Richey, FL. Previous waste industry experience is a big plus—but not required. We’re happy to train the right person! The schedule is Monday–Friday, 45–55 hours per week. Must be able to work holidays. The starting pay is $25/hr with annual pay increases and bonus opportunities.
Requirements
- Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement minimum.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of related experience.
- Basic knowledge of truck components to complete pre‑ and post‑trip inspections.
Nice To Haves
- Waste experience
Responsibilities
- Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste.
- Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.
- Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
- Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading, at times with no helpers.
- Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.
- Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision insurance
- flexible spending account
- long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
- life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- unlimited opportunities to “Connect with Your Future.”
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
