Class B Rear Load Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 35,817 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid time off

No overnight shifts

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services is hiring CDL B rear-load truck drivers in Stamford, CT. The role requires 1 year of rear-load experience and the ability to drive a manual transmission. Early start times and no overnight shifts are part of the schedule.

Drivers operate front, side, or rear-loaders, transporting waste to disposal or recycling facilities, and perform routine pre/post inspections while adhering to OSHA/DOT rules. Competitive pay and full benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 21 Years of age and 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.
• Clean driving record (MVR).
• Ability to speak and read English to interact with the public.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating front, side, or rear-loading trucks for waste collection.
• Transporting material to disposal, transfer, or recycle facilities.
• Performing pre- and post-inspections and maintaining safety standards.

Skills

Safety awareness

English language

Manual transmission driving

Physical stamina

Map reading

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Airbrake endorsement

Job description

Overview

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

Location: Stamford, CT

Safety is our first Priority!

$26.00 to $33.00 / Hour

1 year Rear Load experience is REQUIRED

Must be able to drive a Manual Transmission

Highlights

• Monday thru Friday with occasional Saturday hours
• Early start time - 4am or 5am No OVERNIGHTS!!
• Hourly pay - $26.00 to $33.00 per hour
• 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 Jersey, and Connecticut markets with a rail‑served landfill in Ohio. IWS is committed to delivering high‑quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers.

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

Essential Job Summary:

• Drivers are responsible for safely operating front, side, or rear‑loading trucks for the pick‑up service of bags or containers filled with waste or recyclable material. Drivers transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycle facility, and 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 each route.

Essential Job Functions:

• 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 inspections required. Drivers are responsible for ensuring their truck follows IWS’s safety standards as well as OSHA, DOT regulations and local traffic laws prior to and while operating the 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 or helper for a refuel 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 hours as allowed under DOT regulation; may include weekend, night &/or holiday work.

Additional Information

This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than an 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 $26.00/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $33.00/Hr.