General Laborer - Helper (Opa Locka Great Waste)
Waste Connections
•$21 - $25•Onsite
About The Position
Great Waste, a Waste Connections company, is hiring Driver Helpers in Opa Locka, FL. This is a physically active position where you will assist a garbage truck driver with the collection of residential or commercial waste on a designated route. This role involves heavy lifting, walking/running short distances, and working outdoors in all weather conditions. We are looking for motivated individuals interested in obtaining a CDL within the next 2-3 years. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career in a stable, growing industry.
Requirements
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly throughout the day
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions
- Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
- Willingness and motivation to pursue a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 2–3 years
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
- VETERAN are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Ride on the back of a rear load garbage truck and assist with collecting waste and recyclables
- Interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner
- Work safely and efficiently to complete daily routes
- Support the driver by maintaining awareness of surroundings and helping with navigation as needed
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- FSA
- long-term disability
- life insurance
- 401K retirement
- Paid training and career development support, including help obtaining your CDL
- Stable, year-round work in a recession-resistant industry
- Opportunities to advance into driver and other leadership roles
- short term disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
