Local CDL Driver
About The Position
Waste Connections is seeking a reliable and hardworking Local CDL Driver in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The driver safely and efficiently collects garbage, recycling, and yard waste on assigned routes and transports it to designated disposal facilities. The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and environmental responsibility. The driver operates and inspects a trash truck, reports mechanical issues, and performs routine cleaning and maintenance. The position also involves following safety protocols and applicable regulations, interacting courteously with customers and the public, and keeping accurate route and incident records. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with an occasional Saturday. Pay is $26–$30 per hour.
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 lift and load heavy items weighing 50 lb or more.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb into the truck multiple times a day.
- Comfort 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.
- Safely and efficiently load waste materials using appropriate techniques and equipment.
- Transport collected waste to designated disposal facilities.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip truck inspections and report mechanical issues or maintenance needs promptly.
- Perform routine vehicle cleaning and maintenance to support safety compliance.
- Follow safety protocols, company policies, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Use required and provided personal protective equipment.
- Interact courteously with customers and the public, address questions or concerns, and resolve service issues promptly.
- Maintain accurate records of daily routes, waste collected, and incidents or other issues.
- Complete and submit required documentation in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Monthly safety bonus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Training and development opportunities
- Uniforms provided
- Free trash service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
