Residential Driver: Route-Based Waste Collection

Meridian Waste; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Holidays

Overtime Available

Consistent Schedule

Weekends Off

Minimum 40‑Hour Work Week

Job summary

Richland Hauling in Columbia, SC seeks a Residential Driver to safely operate a collection truck on assigned routes and ensure vehicle compliance with safety standards and regulations. The role emphasizes prompt, courteous service and strict adherence to safety policies.

You will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, interact with customers and dispatchers, and complete reports to maintain productivity and safety on every trip.

Qualifications

• CDL Class B with air brakes endorsement.
• 2+ years of experience driving heavy commercial trucks.
• Excellent reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections.
• Safely operate truck on designated routes and service customers.
• Load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of materials.
• Interact courteously with customers and dispatchers daily.
• Maintain and report vehicle condition and route productivity.

Skills

CDL light truck

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Multi-tasking

Education

CDL Class B w/ air brakes

2+ years heavy truck experience

Tools

Vehicle inspection

Job description

Richland Hauling in Columbia, SC seeks a Residential Driver to safely operate a collection truck on assigned routes and ensure vehicle compliance with safety standards and regulations. The role emphasizes prompt, courteous service and strict adherence to safety policies.

You will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, interact with customers and dispatchers, and complete reports to maintain productivity and safety on every trip.