Waste Collection CDL Driver – Rear/Side Loader

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Lake Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 62,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Ark Resource Group is recruiting experienced CDL Truck Drivers for frontline waste collection routes in Palm Beach County, Florida. This is a physically active, full-time role operating rear-loader and/or side-loader refuse trucks with early-morning start times.

Qualified candidates have valid CDL Class A or B licenses, experience in waste collection, and a clean MVR. The position requires safe driving practices, route awareness, and the ability to work outdoors in various Florida weather

Qualifications

CDL license required (Class A or B).
Experience operating commercial trucks, preferably waste collection equipment.
Rear-loader or side-loader experience strongly preferred.
Ability to comply with DOT regulations and maintain logs.
Valid DOT medical card when required and clean MVR.

Responsibilities

Operate rear-loader and/or side-loader waste collection trucks.
Complete assigned residential and commercial collection routes.
Pick up trash, refuse, recycling, or other materials at locations.
Position vehicle safely near carts, containers, dumpsters, and collection points.
Operate hydraulic and collection equipment per procedures.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Report mechanical problems and route issues to dispatch.
Maintain safe following distances and defensive driving practices.
Follow routes and communicate with dispatch as needed.
Maintain driver logs and route documentation.