Front Load Driver

Atlas Disposal Industries; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation, holidays, and personal/

Job summary

Atlas Disposal Industries in South Sacramento is seeking a CDL Front Load Driver. You will operate a heavy-duty front-load truck to collect waste, recycling, and compost, reporting to the Operations Facility with 3:30 a.m.

shifts, Monday–Friday, about 10–11 hours, plus a Saturday shift ~every three weeks. Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, route recording on a tablet, safe driving, and teamwork with Dispatch and Supervisors to meet customer needs.

Qualifications

• CDL license (Class A or B) with air-brake authorization.
• At least 1 year of CDL-driving experience or equivalent military driving experience.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass pre-employment DOT drug screen and ongoing screenings.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs and work outdoors in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a heavy-duty front-load truck following procedures and DOT/OSHA rules.
• Navigate congested roads and use safe backing techniques.
• Perform DVIRs and document findings.
• Record stops and notes via mobile tablet; follow routes.
• Manage containers, counts, and repairs as needed.
• Communicate hazards or incidents to Dispatch/Supervisor.
• Support route efficiency improvements and assist other drivers.
• Attend trainings and complete end-of-day procedures.

Skills

CDL

Safety

Communication

Teamwork

Mobile tablet

Tools

Mobile tablet

Job description

Join Atlas Disposal Industries as a CDL Front Load Driver in South Sacramento, earning $26-$30 per hour. Independently owned and locally operated since 1998, Atlas delivers waste management services that support local communities and help preserve the environment. You will operate a heavy-duty front-load truck to collect waste, recycling, and compost, partnering with Dispatch and your Supervisor to provide safe, efficient service. Report to the Atlas Disposal Operations Facility in South Sacramento for shifts starting at 3:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, typically lasting 10-11 hours, with a Saturday shift approximately every three weeks.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a heavy-duty front-load truck in accordance with company procedures, applicable OSHA and DOT requirements, and local, state, and federal laws.
• Navigate congested roads, driveways, alleys, and lots, using safe backing techniques and maintaining overhead clearance.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and document findings in the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
• Follow assigned collection routes and use a mobile tablet to record completed stops, route notes, and landfill information.
• Empty containers completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris. Return containers with lids replaced and enclosure doors secured, without blocking entrances or traffic.
• Verify container sizes and counts against service records and report containers needing repair or replacement.
• Maintain radio contact with Dispatch and your Supervisor. Promptly report hazards, service interruptions, incidents, injuries, property damage, and customer requests.
• Coordinate with Dispatch and your Supervisor to improve route efficiency and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
• Attend required training, briefings, and meetings, and complete end-of-day documentation and check-out procedures.

Qualifications

• Current Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License with authorization to operate air-brake-equipped vehicles.
• At least one year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or equivalent military driving experience.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment DOT drug screen and physical and participate in required ongoing drug screenings.
• Ability to work independently and with a team, communicate effectively, and safely maneuver a heavy-duty vehicle in confined spaces.
• Availability for 3:30 a.m. starts, typical 10-11-hour shifts Monday through Friday, and a Saturday shift approximately every three weeks.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and frequently exert physical effort handling objects weighing more than 100 pounds.
• Ability to frequently climb into and out of the truck, sit, stand, walk, bend, and squat, and use coordinated arm, hand, finger, and leg movements to perform essential duties.
• Ability to work outdoors and in a heavy-duty vehicle, with exposure to dirt, trash, odors, noise, and weather extremes during much of the workday.

Compensation

$26-$30 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Benefits may vary by site and are subject to eligibility.