ASL Waste Driver: Lead Routes & Safety Impact

Patriot Disposal; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boot Reimbursement

Year-round work

Paid time off + holidays

Company PPE provided

Job summary

Patriot Disposal in Maryland is seeking an ASL Driver to safely operate a residential collection truck with automatic side-load equipment on assigned routes. You will provide friendly, on-time service while following DOT and company policies.

The role requires 1–2 years of driving experience and a valid Class B CDL with air-brake endorsement. We offer year-round work, competitive pay, and PPE provided to support a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with air-brake endorsement as required by state/local regulations.
• 1–2 years of commercial driving experience; refuse/ASL experience preferred.
• Experience operating ASL equipment from the cab.
• Driving record meets company and insurance standards.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug/alcohol screens, and DOT physical.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Frequent climbing in and out of cab; lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Typical workday up to 10-11 hours with early start; overtime, weekends and holidays may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a residential refuse truck with ASL arm on routes.
• Position, lift, and dump carts from the cab using controls.
• Follow route sheets and routing systems to complete stops on time.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrians, traffic, and obstacles.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report issues.
• Complete paperwork and logs accurately.

Skills

Safe operation of heavy trucks

Maneuvering in residential streets

Situational awareness

Effective communication

Time-management

Job description

Patriot Disposal in Maryland is seeking an ASL Driver to safely operate a residential collection truck with automatic side-load equipment on assigned routes. You will provide friendly, on-time service while following DOT and company policies.

The role requires 1–2 years of driving experience and a valid Class B CDL with air-brake endorsement. We offer year-round work, competitive pay, and PPE provided to support a safe work environment.