Summary of Position:
IWS/Oak Ridge Waste is looking for an experienced CDL Class A or B Front Load, Side Load, or Rear Load Driver to join our team in Danbury, Connecticut. Having waste and recycling truck driving experience is a huge plus! To be considered for this position you must have at least 1+ year of CDL Class A or B driving experience.
Hours: Hours are Monday through Friday and availability on some Saturdays from 5AM – 3:30PM.
Pay Range: Starting wage is $22 -$23 per hour plus union paid benefits and overtime eligibility. Benefits include highest level Medical, Dental, and Vision packages, 401K match, a health and retirement savings account, and much more!
Work Remotely: No
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in planning route to ensure most economical use of time and equipment
- Perform all duties in accordance with appropriate safety and security standards
- Perform daily Pre & Post-Trip inspections of your vehicle
- Maintain cleanliness of vehicle. Report all mechanical issues immediately, to Supervisor
- Conform with, and abide by, all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions
- Conform to all safety policies and use all appropriate safety equipment & PPE
- Complete and submit necessary daily paperwork
- Maintain a clean & valid driver’s license
- Maintain safe vehicle operation, to protect your safety, and the safety of the public, by complying with company policies & procedures, as well as DOT regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Qualifications:
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be a minimum of 21 years of age
- Must be properly licensed to operate the type of unit, (e.g., CDL “A” or “B” with air brakes) for which they are applying, for a minimum of 2 years
- Ability to pass DOT mandated, drug/alcohol tests
- Ability to pass pre-employment fit-for-duty evaluation
- Thorough knowledge of local traffic laws and defensive driving techniques
- Ability to safely operate various types of refuse vehicles
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively, as well as work independently
Tools and Equipment Used:
- Transportation Vehicles: Front Load, Rear Load, Rolloff Trucks (Class B)
- Tractor Trailers (Class A License)
- 2-Way Radio, Tablet, Various Hand Tools’
Oak Ridge Waste & Recycling is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
