Route Driver Lorens Sanitation & Recycling INC Keizer, OR Job Details Full-time $28 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Customer communication Outdoor work experience Air Brake Endorsement Full Job Description Route Driver Loren's Sanitation Keizer, Oregon Position Summary Loren's Sanitation is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Route Driver to join our team. This position is responsible for safely and efficiently servicing residential and commercial customers while delivering excellent customer service. This is a full-time position with a consistent Monday through Friday schedule and the opportunity for overtime during busy periods.
Schedule Monday-Friday Typical hours:
5:45 AM - 2:00 PM Some overtime as business needs require What You'll Do Safely operate an automated side-load garbage truck on assigned residential routes. Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required DVIR documentation. Service residential customers efficiently while following all traffic laws and company safety policies. Provide professional, courteous customer service while representing Loren's Sanitation. Cover commercial front-load routes when needed due to vacations, staffing, or operational demands. Report safety concerns, vehicle issues, route obstacles, and customer concerns promptly. Maintain accurate route completion and required documentation. Keep equipment clean and report maintenance needs immediately. Work as part of a team to ensure routes are completed safely and on schedule. Qualifications Valid Class B CDL with air brake endorsement (Class A welcomed). Clean driving record with an excellent safety history. Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certificate. Previous refuse or commercial driving experience preferred but not required. Front-load experience is a plus. Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with dispatch and management. Dependable attendance and strong work ethic. Physical Requirements Ability to safely enter and exit the truck throughout the day. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Ability to perform repetitive driving and operating tasks throughout the shift. What We Offer Competitive hourly wage Consistent Monday-Friday schedule Overtime opportunities Paid holidays and PTO Medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) with company match Modern, well-maintained equipment Stable, year-round employment Supportive team environment focused on safety and continuous improvement Why Loren's? At Loren's Sanitation, we take pride in serving our communities with professionalism, reliability, and respect. We believe in doing the job the right way, investing in our employees, and continuously raising the bar. If you're looking for a company that values safety, teamwork, and accountability, we'd love to have you on our team. Raise the Bar. Join the Team. About Lorens Sanitation & Recycling INC At Loren's, we're committed to caring for our neighbors and the communities we ourselves call home. So whether we're emptying your curbside bins or helping you tackle bigger cleanup projects, we're looking for ways to "do it better" — providing exemplary customer service while supporting a cleaner, more sustainable and more efficient Oregon.