• Garbage Route Driver

    Waste Connections (Colfax, WA)


    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 For CDL Licensed Drivers.

     

    Hourly Rate for Non CDL Drivers $25.00/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". A link to our benefits overview can be found here:** https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

     

    Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

     

    Washington State wage Range is $25-28.00

     

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