LeMay Pierce County Refuse has an immediate opening for a Local CDL Driver at our Frederickson, WA location. Previous waste experience would be a huge plus!    

PAY AND SCHEDULE:

Competitive Wages start between $35.00 and $35.50/HRA typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, with an occasional Saturday as needed, 45-hour work week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a safety-sensitive positionAbility to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience is preferred but not required.Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.Perform routine vehicle inspection and maintenance, such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading, sometimes 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Extensive physical activity. It requires strenuous physical work, including heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.The work environment involves exposure to physical risks, such as moving mechanical parts, which requires following basic safety precautions.The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet or humid conditions, fumes, and vibration. The noise level is usually moderate.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement is at least required. Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Minimum two years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.Basic knowledge of truck components to complete pre-and post-trip inspections.SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions.

We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, 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/why-waste-connections

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