Union CDL Driver
About The Position
Waste Connections is hiring a Union CDL Driver in Vancouver, Washington. The driver collects recycling and trash along assigned routes, operates a heavy vehicle in residential neighborhoods, and uses an electronic route tablet and an in-cab hydraulic lift. The role involves routine vehicle inspections and maintenance, physically demanding work that may be performed without helpers, and courteous interaction with customers. Other miscellaneous job-related duties may be assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed. The start time is 5:30 AM, and the workday ends when the route is complete, generally after 9–10 hours. This is a safety-sensitive position. Work includes strenuous activity, frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds, and exposure to moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather and wet conditions, fumes, vibration, and usually moderate noise.
Requirements
- Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement is required.
- Must have a clean driving record.
- Basic knowledge of truck components to complete DOT pre- and post-trip inspections.
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including a criminal background check, motor vehicle report, and drug panel screening.
- Ability to perform strenuous physical work, including repeatedly lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds during an 8+ hour shift.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of commercial driving experience is preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely drive large, heavy vehicles on residential routes while remaining aware of pedestrians, traffic, and tight spaces.
- Read an electronic route tablet and service each customer identified on the route or assigned by the dispatcher.
- Operate the in-cab hydraulic lift to service 900+ garbage carts and dispose of trash at designated facilities.
- Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintenance, including checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
- Perform physically demanding loading and unloading, sometimes without helpers.
- Interact courteously with customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Yearly boot voucher of up to $450.
- Yearly safety bonus of up to $1,750.
- Company uniforms, high-visibility PPE gear, and safety gear.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage through the applicable union benefit plan.
- Pension and/or retirement benefits as provided under the collective bargaining agreement.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Paid sick leave.
- Company-paid life insurance, if applicable.
- Additional benefits available under the collective bargaining agreement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
