Local CDL Driver

Waste Connections•Jamison, SC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Connections is seeking a reliable and hardworking Local CDL Driver to join their team in Evanston WY. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of waste to designated disposal sites. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, customer service, and environmental responsibility. Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Their goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees. The company emphasizes protecting the health of the communities they serve, and values hard work and dedication. They foster a culture of safety, integrity, and service, aiming to build a great place to work. Waste Connections offers opportunities for beneficial training and professional development, encouraging individuals who are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture. The company operates with a highly decentralized structure and values diversity and inclusion, hiring and empowering capable people from a wide variety of backgrounds.

Requirements

Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a clean driving record.
Strong knowledge of local streets and routes.
Excellent driving skills with a focus on safety.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and loading heavy items 50 lb +.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb into the truck multiple times a day.
Comfortable working in various weather conditions.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Steady working history.
Basic mechanical knowledge for vehicle inspections and minor maintenance tasks.

Nice To Haves

Two years of commercial driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate trash trucks to collect garbage, recycling, and yard waste on assigned routes.
Ensure the safe and efficient loading of waste materials using appropriate techniques and equipment.
Transport collected waste to designated disposal facilities.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck, ensuring it is in good working condition.
Report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to the fleet maintenance team promptly.
Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of the vehicle to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies while operating the vehicle and handling waste materials.
Comply with local, state, and federal regulations related to waste management and transportation.
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required and provided.
Interact courteously with customers and the public, addressing any questions or concerns professionally.
Ensure waste collection services meet customer expectations and resolve issues promptly.
Maintain accurate records of daily routes, waste collected, and any incidents or issues encountered.
Complete and submit required documentation in a timely manner.