CDL Class A Driver

Synagro; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days paid time off

10 Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA with company match

FSA

401(k) with company match

Career growth and promotions

Tuition Reimbursement

Year round steady work

No traffic / no loading delays

Local hands-on management

Job summary

Synagro is seeking a DOT-credentialed driver to haul waste products from Becker MN to local landfills. This full-time role covers loading/unloading, operating automatic day cab tractors, and belt trailers, with daily Samsara logs and strong safety practices.

Expect early start times, year-round work, and company benefits. Must have CDL A, valid license, and be able to work weekends with overtime. Local management and on-site support available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CDL Class A License required.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Operate an automatic transmission day cab truck.
• Operate a belt trailer safely and efficiently.
• Complete daily electronic logs through Samsara app using a personal cell phone.
• Clean equipment inside and outside daily and perform pre-drive cleanup.
• Enforce safety procedures and assist with related tasks to ensure safe operation.
• Comply with local, state and federal regulations.
• Maintain professional company image at all times.
• Secure tarp/hard tops after loading and wash spillages as needed.
• Follow company procedures if spills occur during transport or on-site.

Skills

Truck driving

Roll-off trucks

Skid loader

Reliability

Maintenance

Independence

Weather resilience

Communication

Safety training

Weekends/OT

Travel

Education

High School Diploma

CDL Class A License

Valid Driver's License

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Synagro is national company that is contracted to haul waste products out of a cardboard recycling plant in Becker MN to a local landfill 7 days week/ 365 days/year. Responsible for safely transporting material from a clients' location and to an assigned destination for processing or disposal. Performs necessary tasks to load and unload material utilizing commercial trucks and/or heavy/agricultural equipment. (May include tankers and end dump trailers in an off-road environment.)

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off
• 10 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Year around steady work
• No traffic / no waiting to get loaded or unloaded ( we load ourselves and unload ourselves)
• No multiple drop loads
• Working for a national company with full benefit package including 3 weeks paid vacation dental health and life insurance
• Start time 5:30 am generally done by 2:30pm
• Local hands-on management

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate an automatic transmission day cab truck.
• Operate a belt trailer efficiently and safely.
• Complete daily electronic logs through the Samsara app using a personal cell phone.
• Clean equipment inside and outside daily and perform clean up prior to any public road travel.
• Enforce and maintain standard safety procedures as well as perform any general work or other assignments necessary to ensure the safe, clean and efficient operation.
• Comply with local, state and federal regulations.
• Maintain professional company image at all times.
• Responsible for securing tarp and/or hard tops after loading and washing any spillage off the trailer. Also, responsible for securing tailgate latches to ensure a watertight seal as needed.
• Follow Company procedure if any spill occurs while transporting or on-site.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Must be able to drive tractor trailer with manual transmission and operate belt trailers.

• Must be able to operate and drive roll off trucks
• Must be able to operate skid loader
• Must be reliable (no exceptions)
• Must be able to do light maintenance (IE grease skid loader)
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be able to work under adverse weather conditions
• Communicate effectively via telephone, text messages, email, and CB radio.
• Understand safety training through both oral and visual methods.
• Must be able to work weekends and overtime.
• Ability to travel.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid Driver's License.
• CDL Class A License
• Receive, comprehend and utilize required training

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential job functions, knowledge, skills, abilities, efforts, and physical or working conditions associated with a position.