Local CDL Driver

Waste Connections•Des Moines, IA

16h•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

WASTE CONNECTIONS OF IOWA - DES MOINES IS NOW HIRING - OFFERING A $10,000 STAY ON Bonus First year drivers earn $70,000-$85,000 depending on experience! We are looking for a safety conscience Local CDL Driver to join the team at our Hauling location in Des Moines, IA. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience preferred , but not required. 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. A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, with an occasional Saturday as needed, 50 hour work week. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT: Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions. The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

Requirements

Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum
Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections
Must be at least 21 years of age

Nice To Haves

Waste experience preferred , but not required

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