Class B Swing Garbage Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services, Inc.; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Packet

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. is hiring CDL B SWING Garbage Truck Drivers in Shelton, CT. The role involves safely operating trucks for waste pick-up and requires a valid CDL B, good safety record, and 1 year of driving experience. The position offers a competitive pay rate range of $25.00 to $32.00 per hour with full benefits and year-round steady work.

Ideal candidates will possess strong driving skills, especially in manual transmission, and must be physically capable of lifting and navigating through tight areas.

Qualifications

• 1 year CDL driving experience in the last 7 years required.
• Experience as a driver or helper for a refinery company is preferred.
• Ability to navigate congested communities and tight areas.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate front, side, or rear-loading trucks for waste pick-up.
• Transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities.
• Conduct pre- and post-inspections of the vehicle.

Skills

CDL B Driving

Manual Transmission Driving

Safety Compliance

Physical Endurance

Education

Valid Class A or B CDL

Job description

Overview

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring CDL B SWING Garbage Truck Drivers in Shelton, CT!

Safety is our first Priority!

$25.00 to $32.00 / Hour

1 year experience driving multiple different Garbage Trucks is REQUIRED

Must be able to drive a Manual Transmission

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

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.

• 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.
• Drivers transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycling facility, and may make one or more trips throughout the shift.
• We deploy both manual and automatic trucks.
• The driver position may require repeatedly lifting up to 50 lbs, and moving and maneuvering up to 100 lbs, as well as mounting and dismounting the truck multiple times during each route.

Requirements and Qualifications

Requirements

• 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.
• Great safety record and clean MVR.
• Experience as a driver or helper for a refuel (refinery?) company is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA and applicable traffic regulations.
• Ability to speak and read English to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic and signals, respond to official questions and make legible entries on reports and records.
• Read and understand a map.
• Meet physical and safety requirements of the position.
• Willing and able to work required hours as permitted under DOT regulation and may include weekend, night, or holiday work.

Additional Job Requirements

• Routes may require drivers to navigate through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.
• Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential.
• 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 is in compliance with IWS’s safety standards, OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws, prior to and while operating the vehicle.

Additional Information

IWS is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $25.00/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $32.00/Hr.