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Local CDL Route Driver

Waste Connections

Brookings, ORJob$22–24/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22–24/hr
Location
Brookings, OR
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Class A Or B CDL License With Air Brake Endorsement

Job overview

Waste Connections is hiring a Local CDL Route Driver. Curry Transfer and Recycling, a Waste Connections company, seeks a safety‑conscious CDL Garbage Route Driver for its Brookings, OR location, offering year‑round work, early morning shifts, and a focus on safety and customer service.

Key focus areas include Operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste, Read route sheets and service each customer assigned by dispatcher, and Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles including checking fluids and safety equipment.

Important skills include Operate Automated Truck, Customer Service, Operate Automated Side Load Garbage Trucks, Operate Front Load Garbage Trucks, Operate Roll Off Trucks, and Safely Operate Garbage Truck. Preferred (not required): Safety Conscious.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate Automated TruckCustomer ServiceOperate Automated Side Load Garbage TrucksOperate Front Load Garbage TrucksOperate Roll Off TrucksSafely Operate Garbage TruckRead Route SheetsPerform Routine Inspection and Maintenance on VehiclesOperate Hydraulic Hand ControlsClean Accidental Waste SpillsComplete Daily Reports on Pre and Post Trip InspectionsFuel Vehicle DailyMaintain Physical Appearance of EquipmentMonitor Over and Under Filled Carts/ContainersMonitor Condition and Repair Needs of Carts/ContainersFollow All Safety Policies and ProceduresCourteous Interaction With CustomersWorking Knowledge of D.O.T. LawsRead, Write, and Comprehend Reports in EnglishSafety Conscious

Qualifications

Class a or B CDL License With Air Brake EndorsementClean Driving RecordPass Criminal Background CheckPass Drug Panel Screening1 Year Experience Related to Specified Duties and ResponsibilitiesPhysically Demanding JobPass MVR CheckPass Drug Screen

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Curry Transfer and Recycling, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious CDL Garbage Route Driver to join the team at our hauling location in Brookings, OR.

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*NEW CDL HOLDERS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

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Schedule: Monday – Friday Occasional Saturdays

Starting 3:30am-6:30am (Depending out route) - Ending when the route is complete (generally 8-11 hour days)

Year-Round Work! No Seasonal Layoffs. Home Every Night.

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Competitive Compensation: Starting at $22.00-$24.00+/hour (DOE)

  • Yearly Safety Bonuses

  • Yearly Boot Allowance

  • Generous Paid Time Off

  • Growth opportunities - We pride ourselves on promoting from within

  • Customizable benefits to meet your family's needs (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, and online discounts)

  • 401K retirement with company match

  • Company Paid Life Insurance

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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.

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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, moving waste bins to positions accessible by truck, and closing all enclosure gates as necessary, 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.

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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

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

  • Ability to mount and dismount the truck multiple times every day while on route.

  • 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.

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MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Valid Class A or B CDL license with Air Brake Endorsement (Required

  • Clean Driving Record (MVR)

  • Pass Criminal Background Check, Drug panel Screening

  • Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles

  • Minimum 1 year of experience related to the specified duties and responsibilities

  • Working knowledge of D.O.T. laws

  • Ability to work a physically demanding job

  • Ability to read, write, and comprehend reports to complete daily assignments in English

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

• Background Check

• MVR Check

• Drug screen

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******** If applying through Indeed or other third party site:

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website at: www.wasteconnections.com

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

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