Early-Morning Transfer Driver — CDL A, Manual

Recology

Oregon

On-site

USD 52,000 - 75,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off and holidays
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Retirement plans (ESOP, 401(k) with 1:

Job summary

Recology Portland Inc. is seeking a Transfer Driver to operate manual transmission vehicles and support efficient, safe collection operations in Portland, OR. The role emphasizes safety checks, on-time routing, and respectful customer interactions across service areas.

Shift is Monday–Friday, with early start times varying by season; successful candidates will hold a valid Class A CDL and demonstrate experience with heavy vehicle operations and load management.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • One year of related driving experience, with double/triple, air brake, and/or tanker truck endorsements (two years preferred).
  • Valid Class A Commercial driver’s license.
  • Must have manual transmission experience.

Responsibilities

  • Performs daily routine safety checks, and pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicle.
  • Ensures safety measures for operation of assigned vehicle are consistently applied.
  • Operates vehicle in all assigned service areas in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Loads all assigned materials according to normal operating procedures and reports any violations to supervisor.
  • Ensures hazardous materials are not accepted, as able.
  • Assures materials being transported comply within the legal load limits.
  • Reports all accidents and/or safety violations to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
  • Maintains support of good customer relations and positively influences the community’s perception of the Company throughout all applicable service areas.
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

Manual transmission experience
CDL Class A

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Double/Triple Trailers Endorsements
Air Brake Endorsement
Tanker Endorsement

Job description

Recology Portland Inc. is seeking a Transfer Driver to operate manual transmission vehicles and support efficient, safe collection operations in Portland, OR. The role emphasizes safety checks, on-time routing, and respectful customer interactions across service areas.

Shift is Monday–Friday, with early start times varying by season; successful candidates will hold a valid Class A CDL and demonstrate experience with heavy vehicle operations and load management.

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