CDL Garbage Truck Driver

Overview

Interstate Waste Services is looking for a Full- Time CDL Class A or B Garbage Truck Drivers out of their Danbury, CT location.

• Full-Time Monday thru Friday.
• Start time: 4am - 5am. Our drivers average about 55-60 hours a week. Overtime pay after 40 hours in a work week.
• Full Union- paid amazing benefit package.
• Pay Rate: $22 - $24 per hour.

Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Assist in planning route to ensure most economical use of time and equipment
• Perform all duties in accordance with appropriate safety and security standards
• Perform daily Pre & Post-Trip inspections of your vehicle
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle. Report all mechanical issues immediately, to Supervisor
• Conform with, and abide by, all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
• Conform to all safety policies and use all appropriate safety equipment & PPE
• Complete and submit necessary daily paperwork
• Maintain a clean & valid driver’s license
• Maintain safe vehicle operation, to protect your safety, and the safety of the public, by complying with company policies & procedures, as well as DOT regulations
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Requirements and Qualifications:

• • Must have a valid driver’s license and be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Must be properly licensed to operate the type of unit, (e.g., CDL A or B with air brakes) for which they are applying, for a minimum of 2 years
  • Ability to pass DOT mandated, drug/alcohol tests
  • Ability to pass pre-employment fit-for-duty evaluation
  • Thorough knowledge of local traffic laws and defensive driving techniques
  • Ability to safely operate various types of refuse vehicles
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public Ability to communicate effectively, as well as work independently

Tools and Equipment Used:

• • Transportation Vehicles: Front Load, Rear Load, Side Load, Roll off Trucks (Class B)
  • Tractor Trailers (Class A License)
  • 2-Way Radio, Tablet, Various Hand Tools'
  • 'Work Remotely - No

Additional Information

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary Range Minimum

Salary Range Maximum

Salary : $22 - $24