CDL Commercial Front Load Garbage Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking dedicated CDL Class A or B Front Load Garbage Truck Drivers in Yonkers, NY. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage, with overtime pay after 40 hours. Join a progressive organization that prioritizes safety and employee well-being while providing essential waste and recycling services to a diverse clientele. Enjoy a supportive work environment that balances corporate standards with a family-style culture. If you're passionate about making a difference in your community and ensuring environmental safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Union-paid benefits

Overtime pay after 40 hours

Safety equipment provided

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to pass DOT mandated drug/alcohol tests.
• Thorough knowledge of local traffic laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning routes for efficient use of time and equipment.
• Perform daily pre & post-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Maintain safe vehicle operation and cleanliness.

Skills

CDL Class A or B

Defensive Driving Techniques

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Front Load Trucks

Rear Load Trucks

Tractor Trailers

2-Way Radio

Tablet

Job description

Overview

Interstate Waste Services is looking for a Full- Time CDL Class A or B Front Load Garbage Truck Drivers out of their Yonkers, NY

• Full-Time Monday thru Friday.
• Start time: 4am - 5am. Our drivers average about 50-55 hours a week. Overtime pay after 40 hours in a work week.
• Full Union- paid amazing benefit package.
• Pay Rate: $28 per hour.

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, Connecticut, with a state-of-the-art rail served landfill located in Ohio. We cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while keeping focus on employees, customer and environmental safety.

What makes our company culture unique is we have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture.

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.

• Assist in planning route to ensure most economical use of time and equipment
• Perform all duties in accordance with appropriate safety and security standards
• Perform daily Pre & Post-Trip inspections of your vehicle
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle. Report all mechanical issues immediately, to Supervisor
• Conform with, and abide by, all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
• Conform to all safety policies and use all appropriate safety equipment & PPE
• Complete and submit necessary daily paperwork
• Maintain a clean & valid driver’s license
• Maintain safe vehicle operation, to protect your safety, and the safety of the public, by complying with company policies & procedures, as well as DOT regulations
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Requirements and Qualifications:

• • Must have a valid driver’s license and be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Must be properly licensed to operate the type of unit, (e.g., CDL A or B with air brakes) for which they are applying, for a minimum of 2 years
  • Ability to pass DOT mandated, drug/alcohol tests
  • Ability to pass pre-employment fit-for-duty evaluation
  • Thorough knowledge of local traffic laws and defensive driving techniques
  • Ability to safely operate various types of refuse vehicles
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public Ability to communicate effectively, as well as work independently

Tools and Equipment Used:

• • Transportation Vehicles: Front Load, Rear Load, Roll off Trucks (Class B)
  • Tractor Trailers (Class A License)
  • 2-Way Radio, Tablet, Various Hand Tools'
  • 'Work Remotely - No

Additional Information

This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $28.00/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum