Class 3 Swing Garbage Truck Driver

Waste Connections, Inc.; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Garbage Truck Driver, where your safety and well-being are prioritized. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package after three months of service. You'll be part of a supportive team that values communication and collaboration. Your role will involve safely operating a truck, ensuring customer satisfaction, and maintaining vehicle integrity. If you have a strong driving background and a commitment to safety, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in the waste management industry.

Benefits

Full Benefit Package after 3 months

Annual Boot and Clothing Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial driving experience with a clean abstract.
• Roll-Off and/or Front-End Loader experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of a truck while driving, loading, and unloading.
• Drive to customer locations for pickup and position truck safely.
• Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Commercial Driving Experience

Effective Communication Skills

Spatial Skills

Education

Class 3 Driver's License

Job description

Garbage Truck Driver - $31.75 Per Hour!

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• Wage - $31.75 per hour, Full Time
• Hours:Monday - Friday with 2nd Saturday rotation
• Benefits: Full Benefit package after 3 months of service
• Annual boot and clothing allowance

If you are looking for a great place to work, a change from your current setting, or want to be a part of a positive team culture, then we want to hear from you.

Waste Connections of Canada the leader in non-hazardous solid waste management in North America has an opening for an experiencedClass 3 Driver in our busy and expanding Victoria, BC location. We put our drivers first and we work together by listening, removing barriers, and providing ongoing coaching and support.

We are looking for a professional driver whose experience and attitude aligns with our company’s number one value – Safety! The successful candidate will be trained on the operation of all systems within our district (Front load/Roll off/Side load and Crane truck) to cover wherever needed.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Ensure safe operation of a truck, while driving, loading, and unloading.
• Drive to customer locations for pickup, and position truck safely to ensure a safe lift.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through reliable service.
• Resolve blocked access, if possible, (e.g., honk horn or call dispatcher/customer; take picture of vehicle blocking access, return for later pick-up).
• Dump contents at designated recycling facility or landfill.
• Review run sheet listing calls and identify any potential issues.
• At beginning of shift, complete a thorough pre-trip inspection.
• At end of shift, fuel truck and complete a thorough post-trip inspection.
• Document any concerns to be checked by mechanic and complete VCR.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years commercial driving experience with a clean abstract.
• Roll-Off and/or Front-End Loader experience preferred.
• Class 3 or higher driver’s license.
• Excellent spatial skills to position vehicle and bins effectively and drive accident free.
• Effective communication skills to convey information to dispatcher and customers.
• Knowledge of the area is a strong asset.
• Physically mobile: able to climb in and out of truck.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug test.

Please note - only successful candidates will be contacted.

Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.