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Empire Disposal, a Waste Connections Company has an immediate opening for a Local CDL Garbage Truck Driver to join our team in Colfax, WA. This position is labor-intensive and requires continuous movement in and out of the truck, manually collecting solid waste and dumping it into the back of a rear load Garbage truck, as well as transporting it to the appropriate facilities for disposal.

We are looking for a** **_safety conscience_** **Residential/Commercial Rear Load Garbage Route Driver** **to join the team. Previous waste experience would be a huge** **_plus_** **! This route typically averages about 45 hours a week.

Schedule is Monday-Thursday 4:00am to 2:00Pm, with Occasional Overtime.

Hourly rate is $28.00/HR.

Why you need to join us!

CULTURE: It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self directed All-stars know what they do is important.

INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

Looking for a Career Path with a** **G** **R** **O** **W** **I** **N** **G** **Company?! As a member of our elite team of Drivers, you will feel like you’re a part of something bigger than yourself. Our team works together towards a common goal, making our Customer Service the best in the industry! Do you have a CDL? Does driving a LOCAL route every day sound great? If the answer is Yes, then you’re who were looking for!

_What we offer:_

_Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits._

_Highly Competitive Wage_

_401K Company Plan_

_Yearly Boot Allowance of $300.00_

_Yearly Safety Bonus of up to $1,000_

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ability to read route sheets or Driver Tablet and service each customer identified or assigned by the dispatcher.

Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.

Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading, at times with no helpers.

Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.

Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Thursday 4am-2:00Pm, with an occasional Overtime. 45+ hour work week.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.

The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

_Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum._

Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Minimum 2 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at** **www.wasteconnections.com** **. Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran)

Washington State wage Range is $28-32.00