Side Arm Driver

CWPM; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

CWPM is seeking a side-arm garbage truck driver to operate an automated side arm truck and collect waste and recyclables from the driver’s seat, using the truck's hydraulic arm to lift and empty barrels. The role requires CDL A or B, a valid medical card, and compliance with DOT rules.

Responsibilities include daily pre- and post-trip inspections, clear communication with dispatch, following routes, and maintaining punctual attendance.

Qualifications

• CDL license (A or B) and valid medical card required.
• Able to pass pre-employment DOT drug test and background check.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Minimum 21 years of age with at least 3 years of CDL driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates the side-arm truck safely per DOT and state/federal laws.
• Maintains communication with Dispatch and Supervisor.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections, documenting checks in DVIR.
• Follows assigned routes and completes them by end of day.
• Maintains punctual attendance per company policy.

Skills

CDL A/B

Medical Card

Clean Driving Record

DOT Drug Test

Work Authorization

21+ years old

3+ years CDL experience

Physical Stamina

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Southington, CT 06489

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Drivers

A side-arm garbage truck driver operates an automated side arm truck to collect waste and recyclables, using the truck's hydraulic arm to lift and empty barrels from the driver’s seat.

Your Responsibilities

• Operates CMW (Commercial Motor Vehicle) safely by DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements and regulations, as well as all State, Local and Federal laws.
• Maintaining communication with Dispatch and Supervisor.
• Performs pre-and post-trip inspections daily of assigned vehicle, and documents checks using the DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)
• Must follow route assignments as directed by supervisor/ dispatch and complete routes by the end of day.
• Must maintain punctual attendance consistent with the company policy.

Located in Plainville, Berlin, Southington, New London, North Franklin and Westerly, CWPM is an industry leader in waste removal, recycling services and dumpster rentals to customers throughout the states of Connecticut and Rhode Island. We provide superior quality and dependable services to our contractors, residents, municipalities, and commercial clients at highly competitive rates.

Family owned and operated, CWPM has a team of over 370 dedicated professionals with more than 200 years of managerial experience and industry knowledge. We own, operate, and maintain a fleet of over 200 vehicles including front loaders, roll-offs, side arms, tractors, and trailers.

Additionally, CWPM owns and operates 5 State of CT DEEP permitted transfer stations in Berlin, Plainville, Bozrah, Southington and New London, as well as operate municipal owned facilities.

As leaders and innovators in waste management, we're always looking for team members who take pride in their work and their communities. CWPM employees enjoy a safe, friendly working environment, supported by a management team that represents decades of managerial experience.

Become part of a thriving, local company! Join the CWPM team and you become part of our family-where your success is our success. Employees are the heart of all of our operations, so we offer outstanding benefits, programs, and advancement opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Plan/Profit-Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive Compensation
• Six Paid Holidays
• Safety Bonus
• Boot Program

EOE: race/color/ religion/sex/sexual orientation/ gender identity/national origin/ disability/vet

Qualifications

• Commercial Driver’s License A or B (CDL)
• Valid Medical Card
• Clean/ Acceptable driving record
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Complete a pre-employment DOT drug test, background check, motor vehicle record review and previous employment check.
• Must be 21 years of age
• Have a minimum of 3 years driving experience with CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Driver must be able to handle light physical tasks.