Class A CDL Tractor Trailer Driver

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is seeking Class A Truck Drivers in New Brunswick. The role involves operating tractor trailers for waste transport, ensuring safety compliance, and requires a valid CDL-A. Competitive pay starts at $27.90/hour with benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum Class A driving experience required.
• Clean driving record necessary.
• Knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate truck in compliance with safety standards.
• Perform pre- and post-route inspections.
• Monitor for safety and service-related issues.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

Valid Class A CDL with air brake endorsement

Job description

Overview

Interstate Waste is Hiring Class A Truck Drivers

Location: New Brunswick. NJ

The CDL-A Drivers will be operating tractor trailers transporting containers of municipal and commercial waste between our local Transfer Stations and our rail yards.

Highlights:

• Monday-Friday: 6am start
• Hourly Pay Rate $27.90 (after 1 year of service, the pay rate will increase to $31/hour)
• Overtime paid after 40 hours in a work week.
• 1 Year (Minimum) Class A, Tractor Trailer Driving experience is required along with a good safety record. (3-5 years experience is preferred)
• Intermodal Container Experience preferred

Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities

• The driver is responsible for safely operating the truck in compliance with IWS’s safety standards as well as OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws.
• This is afull time, year around
• Thisunion positionofferscompetitive payandfull benefits, including medical insurance, life insurance, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
• All routes are local,you will be home daily.
• Ensuring that the intermodal container and its content are always secure on the Tractor & Chassis Unit.. This includes periodically checking tarps and ties and may require the driver to climb onto containers and/or reach overhead.
• Perform pre- and post-route inspections of assigned truck and document any safety issues on standard reports.
• Continuously monitor for safety and service-related issues, as well as containers of other equipment in need of repair, and report any issues to the Route Supervisor or Dispatch.
• All IWS employees are expected to be responsible and accountable for the safety for themselves, their colleagues, the trucks, and other equipment and property. Drivers must immediately notify Route Supervisor or Dispatch of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Communicate professionally with customers and Dispatchers at all times. This includes receiving complaints about schedules and quality of service. Our Drivers must make note of and report on any such complaints and respond in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• The Driver position may be required to lift up to 50 pounds, as well as mount and dismount the truck multiple times every route.
• As part of our commitment to safety and accountability, all our trucks are equipped with route tracking software and video monitoring.
• We strictly adhere to DOT safety regulations, including motor vehicle record review and drug testing requirements.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Requirements

• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• All Drivers must have a valid Class A CDL with air brake endorsement, and a clean driving record.
• At least 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL-A, within the last 7 years. Experience as a Driver or Helper for a refuge company is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA and applicable traffic regulations.
• Must be able to speak and read English well enough to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic and signals, respond to official questions, and be able to make legible entries on reports and records.
• Must be able to read and understand a map
• Must be able to meet the physical and safety requirements of the position.
• Must be willing and able to work required worked hours as allowed under DOT regulation and may include weekend, night, and/or holiday work.

Career opportunities

We believe in providing the training and development you need to grow your career with IWS. Many of our Supervisors, Dispatchers, Managers, and other leadership staff, started their careers as Helpers or Drivers. IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Additional Information

IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $27.90/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $27.90/Hr.