Local CDL Driver
About The Position
Waste Connections is looking for a safety conscience Local CDL Class B Lead Driver to join our GROWING team in Centennial, Colorado. This role involves safely operating a garbage truck on specified routes, performing routine vehicle inspections and maintenance, and interacting courteously with customers. The position requires the ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including loading and unloading, sometimes without assistance. The work environment includes exposure to weather conditions, fumes, vibration, and moving mechanical parts, requiring adherence to safety precautions. Waste experience is preferred but not required.
Requirements
- Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum.
- Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.
- Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
Nice To Haves
- Waste experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste.
- 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.
- 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
- flexible spending account
- long term & short term disability
- life insurance
- 401K retirement
- safety bonuses
- unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future"
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
