Class B CDL Rear Load Garbage Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services; Germantown (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services, based in the Danbury, CT area, is seeking CDL B rear-load drivers to join our team. The role requires one year of rear-load experience and the ability to drive a manual transmission, with competitive hourly pay and full benefits.

Expect early starts (4am-5am), Monday–Friday with occasional Saturdays, and year-round steady work. A strong safety record and knowledge of DOT/OSHA rules are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• 1 year CDL driving experience within the last 7 years.
• Valid CDL (A or B) with airbrake endorsement.
• Must be able to drive a manual transmission.
• 21 years of age or older and legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Familiarity with DOT/OSHA regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate rear-loading garbage trucks safely and efficiently.
• Transport waste/recyclables to disposal, transfer or recycling facilities, possibly multiple trips per shift.
• Navigate congested areas and tight spaces; perform high-quality backing maneuvers.
• Conduct pre/post-trip inspections and maintain truck safety according to DOT and company standards.

Skills

CDL driving

Manual transmission

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Map reading

Education

21+ years old

CDL license (Class A or B)

Airbrake endorsement

Tools

DOT/OSHA knowledge

Job description

Overview

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B Rear Load Garbage Truck Drivers!

Location: Danbury, CT

Safety is our first Priority!

$25.00 to $32.00 Hour

1 year Rear Load experience is REQUIRED

Must be able to drive a Manual Transmission

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Highlights:

• Monday thru Friday with occasional Saturday hours
• Early start time - 4am or 5am
• Hourly pay - $25.00 -$32.00
• Year Round-Steady work
• Full Benefits packet with Paid Time Off
• 1 Year verifiable CDL driving experience within the last 7 years required

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York,New Jerseyand Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio.IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste,recyclingand environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees,customersand communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial,medicaland commercial/residential customers.

Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses thatremaina part of our team today.We’reproud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.

Essential Job Summary:

• Driversare Responsible for Safely Operating Rear-Loading Trucks, for the Pick-Up Service of Bins, Toters, and/or Containers Filled with Waste or Recyclable Material.

• Drivers Transport the Material to a Disposal, Transfer or Recycling Facility, & May Make One or More Trips Throughout the Shift

• We Deploy Both Manual & Automatic Trucks

• The Driver Position May Be Required to Repeatedly Lift up to 50 Pounds, & Move & Maneuver up to 100 Pounds, As Well As Mount & Dismount the Truck Multiple Times Every Route

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.

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

• Routes may require Drivers to navigate through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.

• Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential to successfully perform this job.

• Our drivers routinely climb in and out of the truck cab to service customer accounts.

• Driver pre and post inspectionsrequired. Driversare responsible forensuringtheir truck follows IWS's safety standards as well as OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws, prior to and whileoperatingthe vehicle

Requirements and Qualifications:

• 21 Years of Age & Legally Eligible to Work in the United States

• Valid Class A or B CDL

• Airbrake Endorsement

• 1-year CDL driving experience in the last 7 years.

• Great Safety Record and Clean MVR

• Experience as a Driver for a Refuge Company is Highly Preferred

• Working Knowledge of DOT, OSHA & Applicable Traffic Regulations

• Ability to Speak & Read English to Converse with the General Public, understand Highway Traffic & Signals, Respond to Official Questions & Make Legible Entries on Reports & Records

• Read & Understand a Map

• Meet Physical & Safety Requirements of the Position.

• Willing & Able to Work Required Worked Hours as Allowed Under DOT Regulation & May Include Weekend, Night &/Or Holiday Work.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to bean accuraterepresentation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned,requested, orrequired. 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 $25.00/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $32.00/Hr.