CDL Automated Side Load (ASL) Driver

Apple Valley Waste, Inc.; Mount Airy, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

Boot reimbursement

Year-round work

Paid time off

Job summary

Apple Valley Waste, Inc. is seeking a CDL Automated Side Load Driver in Mount Airy, MD. You will operate an ASL residential truck, collect carts on routes, and maintain safety and DOT compliance while delivering reliable service.

The role emphasizes on-time performance, professional interaction with customers, and routine inspections. Competitive pay, year-round work, and opportunities for advancement are offered within a growing regional waste and recycling company.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with air-brake endorsement.
• 1-2 years commercial driving experience preferred.
• Experience or aptitude for operating automatic side-load 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; safe operation required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a residential refuse truck with ASL to collect carts on routes.
• Use joystick/control panel to position, lift, and dump carts.
• Follow route sheets and routing systems to complete stops on time.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrians, traffic, and obstacles.
• Handle occasional bulky items per guidelines and regulations.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report defects.
• Complete paperwork and logs accurately (route sheets, tickets, reports).

Skills

CDL driver expertise

ASL operation

Driving record compliance

Background checks

Tools

Onboard computers

Handheld devices

Job description

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CDL Automated Side Load (ASL) Driver

Full Time DOT Driver Mount Airy, MD, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 2003

Salary Range: $23.00 To $30.00 Annually

Turn trash into opportunity — build a career that keeps communities running.

J&J Trash Service/Patriot Disposal/ Apple Valley Waste is a rapidly growing, private equity-backed waste and recycling company serving the Mid-Atlantic region. We provide essential environmental services to commercial, industrial, and residential customers.

We’re looking for an ASL Driver who leads from the front and knows how to get the best out of a team.

Our drivers are the backbone of our operations. We are committed to providing steady, year-round work, a safe and professional environment, and opportunities for advancement. We value reliability, hard work, and treating our employees with respect.

Job Description

The Driver safely operates a residential collection truck equipped with automatic side‑load (ASL) equipment to collect waste and/or recyclables from wheeled carts on assigned routes. The driver provides timely, courteous service while following all safety, DOT, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a residential refuse truck equipped with automatic side‑loading arm to collect carts along assigned routes.
• Use in‑cab joystick or control panel to position, grab, lift, and dump carts into the hopper while maintaining safe, "eyes‑forward" operation.
• Follow daily route sheets, maps, and onboard routing systems to complete all stops within scheduled timeframes.
• Maintain constant awareness of surroundings, including pedestrians, traffic, parked vehicles, low branches, and other obstacles.
• Handle occasional extra or bulky items in accordance with company guidelines and local regulations.
• Perform daily pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections of the truck and ASL arm, reporting defects or maintenance needs promptly.
• Monitor cart condition and contamination issues, communicating problems to dispatch or supervisors as needed.
• Adhere to all DOT regulations, company safety rules, and local ordinances, including safe backing procedures and proper PPE use.
• Interact professionally with customers, responding politely to questions or concerns encountered on the route.
• Accurately complete required paperwork or electronic logs, including route sheets, inspection reports, scale tickets, and incident reports.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid Class B (or higher) Commercial Driver's License with air‑brake endorsement (as required by state/local regulations).
• Minimum 1-2 years of commercial driving experience; prior refuse industry or automated collection experience preferred.
• Experience or strong aptitude for operating automatic side‑load equipment from the cab.
• Driving record that meets company and insurance standards.
• Ability to pass required background checks, drug/alcohol screens, and DOT physical.
• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).
• Frequent climbing in and out of the truck cab; occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of up to 50 pounds.
• Typical workday up to 10-11 hours with early‑morning start times; overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on route needs.

Skills

• Solid knowledge of safe operation of heavy trucks, hydraulic systems, and automated collection equipment.
• Ability to maneuver safely in tight residential streets, cul‑de‑sacs, alleys, and congested areas.
• Strong situational awareness and hazard recognition skills.
• Effective communication with dispatch, supervisors, and customers; ability to use onboard computers or handheld devices.
• Strong time‑management skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Why Join Us?

This isn’t just another job — this is a chance to build, lead, and grow with a company that’s going places.

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Boot Reimbursement
• Year-round work
• Job stability
• Real career growth opportunities as we expand.
• Strong leadership team focused on operational excellence.
• Paid time off + holidays.
• Company-provided gear and PPE for operations jobs.

The Bottom Line

If you’re ready to take ownership, lead from the front, and make an impact in a fast-growing company, we want to talk to you.