Local CDL Driver

Waste Connections, Inc.; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Class B CDL Garbage Truck Driver in Lacey, WA. This full-time position offers a stable career with competitive pay and benefits, allowing you to be home every night. You will operate a garbage truck, ensuring safe and efficient waste collection while maintaining a clean driving record. With opportunities for training and growth, you can thrive in a supportive environment that values safety and teamwork. If you're ready to take the next step in your driving career with a company that prioritizes your future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a garbage truck on designated routes.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on vehicles.
• Interact courteously with customers during service.

Skills

Class B CDL

Driving Experience

Communication Skills

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Are you a safety-conscious driver looking for a stable, full-time career with great pay, benefits, and the chance to be home every night?Pacific Disposal, a Waste Connections Company, is looking for a reliable and motivated Class B CDL Garbage Truck Driver to join our team inLacey, WA.

Previous waste industry experience is a big plus—but not required. We’re happy to train the right person!

The schedule is Monday–Friday, starting between5:00 AM and 5:30 AM, and occasional Saturdays as needed. You’ll average about 45 hours per week (overtime eligible) and be home every night!

The starting pay range for this position is$29.30-$32.41/hourwith annual pay increases and bonus opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a garbage truck on designated routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience is preferred but not required.

• Read route sheets and service each customer listed or assigned by the dispatcher.

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on vehicles, including checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.

• Perform a physically demanding job, including loading and unloading, sometimes without assistance.

• Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift and load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.

• Interact courteously with customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

• Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

• Requires extensive physical activity, including heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds.

• Work environment involves exposure to physical risks, such as moving mechanical parts, requiring basic safety precautions.

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including frequent wet and/or humid environments, as well as fumes and vibrations.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement

• Clean driving record (please bring a copy of your MVR to the in-person interview)

• Ability to operate 10-, 13-, and 18-speed transmissions (preferred, not required)

• Minimum 1 year of relevant driving experience

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Safety-Sensitive – YES

To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions.

We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future."

A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

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