**Elko Sanitation,** **a Waste Connections company, is looking for a** **_safety conscience_** **Local CDL Route Driver** **to join our team in** **Elko, NV.** **The schedule will be** **4 we** **ekdays (not consecutive days), 10+ hour shifts. Start time is 4:30am.** **Starting Wage -$29.00/hr DOE** **Competitive Compensation:** Yearly Safety Bonuses$$ Yearly Boot Allowance$$ Performance-based career growth potential Medical, dental, vision insurance plans Income Protection Plans (Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability) 401(k) with a generous company match Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Emergency Travel Assistance As a driver you will be operating an Automated truck collecting solid waste and transporting it to appropriate disposal sites. This Position requires you to work independently, in addition Drivers are expected to deliver excellence in customer service at all times. You will be cross trained in Automated Side Load Garbage Trucks, Front Load Garbage Trucks, and Roll Off Trucks. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: + **Valid Class B or Class A CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum.** + **Must pass criminal background check, drug panel screening, and motor vehicle report to be eligible for employment.** + Clean driving record. + Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. + Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. + Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet 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. + Operates hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility. + Cleans up the area around accidental waste spills. + Completes daily reports on pre and post trip inspections of equipment; + Fuels vehicle daily + Maintains the physical appearance of the equipment, including routine washing + Monitors over and under filled carts/containers to assess changing service requirements; + Monitors the condition and repair needs of existing carts/containers; + Follows all safety policies and procedures. + Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. 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. **To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at** **www.wasteconnections.com** **.** Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. \#INWCW