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CDL Truck Driver | $37.28 per hour + union benefits |100% Employee Owned

Recology King County
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

Recology King County is NOW hiring multiple Commercial Truck Drivers to drive refuse/garbage trucks.

Starting wage: $37.28 per hour. By 1 year, you will be making the top rate of $46.60 per hour!

We are looking for Industrial Athletes!

  • NOTE: Must have Commerical Drivers License and at least 6 months of driving commercial vehicles that require you to use a CDL to drive the truck.

Local city routes only, home every night.

  • We are looking for industrial athletes that enjoy the outdoors and the physical aspect of a job.
  • Union benefits and pension
  • We are 100% Employee Owned!

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF DRIVER RESIDENTIAL EXTRA

  • Performs daily routine safety checks, and pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicle.
  • Ensures all safety measures appropriate for operation of assigned vehicle are consistently and efficiently applied.
  • Operates vehicle in all assigned service areas in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Loads all assigned materials according to normal operating procedures and reports any violations to supervisor.
  • Ensures hazardous materials are not accepted, as able.
  • Assures materials being transported comply within the legal load limits.
  • Reports all accidents and/or safety violations to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
  • Maintain support of good customer relations and positively influences the community’s perception of the Company throughout all applicable service areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

  • 0-6 months - no experience required
  • Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations including applicable waste regulation.
  • Basic computer programs.
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Valid Class A or B Driver's License.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

  • An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
  • The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
  • A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
  • An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
  • Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
  • Annual wellness incentives.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Educational assistance.
  • Commuting benefits.
  • Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.28 - $46.60 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

  • 6 months of driving experience using your CDL: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Commercial Drivers License (Class A or Class B) (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $37 - $47

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