CDL Driver Apprentice Position Available In Chittenden, Vermont

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For moreinformation, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1272920The CDL Driver Apprentice will obtain a Commercial Driving Permit andcomplete the Federally required CDL instruction and training to safelyoperate a commercial motor vehicle providing service to customers intheir respective Line of Business (LOB) while working alongside aknowledgeable Casella Waste Driver Trainer. The incumbent will continuein the apprentice role until all training requirements are completed andthey have passed the CDL licensing exam and road test.

• Are you ready to begin your career as a Casella Driver and commit tothe successful completion of a CDL program? Casella will cover all costsassociated with the training program and provide you an onboarding andcultural experience at our Home Office in Rutland, VT, where the companywas founded in 1975!
• Drivers at Casella participate in a
• Career PathwaysProgram
• that offersexceptional
• Advancement Opportunity, Regular Merit Increases,
• and•SafetyBonus Incentives•.
• The starting pay range for this position is $18
• $23 per hour.
• Key Responsibilities
• Performs pre/post trip inspections of assigned vehicle in accordance with Casella safety standards as well as state and federal regulations; ensures all safety equipment and devices are operational and secured properly in vehicle; maintains appearance of truck in accordance with company standards
• Performs and exhibits dedication to safe operation of roll rear load, front load, side load, roll off trucks on streets, highways, customer sites, and construction sites
• Provides a distinguishably different level of service through courteous interactions with all customers and provides service in a timely manner; exhibits a positive attitude towards company, customer and municipal goals
• Follows route assignments and completes end of day documentation; completes all assigned company and federally mandated paperwork accurately
• Completes assigned route sheet for one Line of Business (LOB); empties all receptacles, places bins serviced at any location back where they were picked up in the upright position and cleans area around accidental waste spills
• Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs and meetings as required by Casella or Manager
• Notifies Dispatch immediately of any customer requests, service interruptions, incidents, accidents, property damage, or unsafe situations
• Always exhibits an ability to be observant and aware of surroundings and is mindful of all laborers on the truck and demonstrates an ability to use problem solving skills
• Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.
• Career Path Definitions & Distinctions

• Apprentice:

• Completes training for Helper safety (Rear LoadResidential), customer service training and required training to safelyoperate a commercial motor vehicle while providing service to customersin their line of business. Obtains CDL Permit.

• Class I Driver:

• Demonstrates the ability to complete assigned routesheet for 1 Line of Business as well as ability to complete tasksnecessary as to one of the following: Rear load, front load, side load,roll off trucks.

• Class II Driver:

• Demonstrates the ability to complete assignedroute sheet for 2 Lines of Business as well as ability to complete tasksnecessary as to two of the following: Rear load, front load, side load,roll off trucks.

Shows a development of improvement of communicationskills with customer and coworkers.

Exhibits evidence of increasedknowledge of the company and industry. Illustrates an ability to be amentor to new employees.

• Class III Driver:

• Demonstrates the ability to complete assignedroute sheet for 3 Lines of Business as well as ability to complete tasksnecessary as to three of the following: Rear load, front load, sideload, roll off trucks.

Demonstrates an increased effort of providingpositive contributions to the community on behalf of the community.

Displays a capability to participate in training and development of newemployees.

• Lead Driver:

• Demonstrates the ability to develop driver trainingplans and coach employees to achieve successful outcomes.

Exhibits theability to complete assigned route sheets for all lines of business.

Provides courteous customer service and communicates professionallywith. Actively participates in the companys progress with the careerpaths program and helps drivers to move up in their careers.

• Education, Experience & Qualifications
• The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, must beat least 18 years of age, hold a state issued stand