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Waste Connections
Residential Garbage Truck Driver
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What they do
A Waste Truck Driver drives waste trucks, helping collect, transport and dispose of household and industrial waste.
$29,125 / year median in Texas
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Waste Connections is looking for individuals who have a passion for driving, career growth and share our #1 value: SAFETY! We are looking for Rear Load Waste Connections is looking for individuals who have a passion for driving, career growth and share our #1 value: SAFETY! We are looking for Residential Load Garbage truck Driver to join the team at our location in Alvin, TX . The ideal driver will have a self-motivated, go getting attitude, that is looking to excel and grow with our GROWING company! Click here to view A Day in the Life of a Waste Connections Driver
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What We Offer:
Competitive Compensations Safety Bonuses- Get rewarded for your safe habits Yearly Boot Stipend
- Get your boots covered Benefits Plans
- Keep yourself healthy Matching 401(K)
- Connect to your future ️ 🛠️
Job Duties:
We provide trash and disposal services to the local community. You, a vital piece of the team, would be responsible for safely operating a CDL Truck while providing the best service in the industry. Safely driving a Commercial CDL Truck into a variety of environments (Residential, Construction, Commercial, etc.). Cautiously operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load Dumpster on/off truck. Secure the Dumpster Load, cover appropriately and account for weight shift before departing. Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher. Perform daily pre and post trip inspections. Interact courteously with your customers. Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
: Trash is heavy! Sometimes we have machines aid our efforts. Other times we do not. And this is a service provided year-round- Rain, snow or shine.
Plan for the following labor:
Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work with consistent walking; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 75 pounds. Exiting/exiting high set truck. Walking. Moderate noise level. Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions. Exposure to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. At the end of the day, we go home knowing we leave a smiling customer! âś…Requirements:
Must be at least 21 years of age with a satisfactory driving record. Class A or B CDL Ability to work Monday- any day of the week starting as early as midnight.
Benefits
- Bonuses/Stipends
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance