Commercial Front Load Garbage Truck Driver

Waste Connections US, Inc; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety bonus

Boot stipend

Full benefits

401K match

Job summary

Waste Connections of Caprock in Lubbock, TX is seeking a safety-conscious CDL Route Driver to join our growing team. You will deliver dumpster containers to customers and help ensure safe, reliable service in all weather and traffic conditions.

The ideal candidate has a Class A or B CDL, at least 21 years old with a clean driving record, and a proactive attitude. We offer safety bonuses, boots, and comprehensive benefits as part of a year-round work schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 with satisfactory driving record.
• Class A or B CDL is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a Commercial CDL Truck to deliver dumpsters to customers in residential, construction, and commercial environments.
• Determine best drop-off location to avoid property damage.
• Operate hydraulic hand controls to load/unload dumpsters safely.
• Secure loads, cover as needed, and account for weight shifts before departing.
• Read route sheets and service each customer as identified by the sheet or dispatcher.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Interact courteously with customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

Job description

Waste Connections of Caprock is looking for a safety conscience CDL Route Driver to join the team in Lubbock, TX!

The ideal driver will have a self-motivated, go getting attitude, that is looking to excel and grow with our GROWING company!

What We Offer:

• Safety bonuses + boot stipend
• Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, Life Insurance)
• Consistent, year-round work

What we do:

We provide trash and disposal services to the local community. You, a vital piece of the team, would be responsible for safely operating a CDL Truck delivering dumpster containers to customers, while providing the best service in the industry. This includes duties such:

• Safely driving a Commercial CDL Truck into a variety of environments (Residential, Construction, Commercial, etc.).
• Determine the best, convenient drop off location for dumpster, to avoid property damage.
• Cautiously operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load Dumpster on/off truck.
• Secure the Dumpster Load, cover appropriately and account for weight shift before departing.
• Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.
• Perform daily pre and post trip inspections.
• Interact courteously with your customers.
• Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

What we work with:

Trash is heavy! Sometimes we have machines aid our efforts. Other times we do not. And this is a service provided year-round – Rain, snow or shine. Hot or cold. Be prepared to work in all environments, around heavy diesel equipment. Not to mention dirty ones. Plan for the following labor:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work with consistent walking; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 75 pounds. Exiting/exiting high set truck. Walking. Moderate noise level.
• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.
• Exposure to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age with a satisfactory driving record.
• Class A or B CDL

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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.