Front Load Garbage Truck Driver

Waste Connections Inc
  • Lubbock, TX
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    Waste Connections of Caprock is looking for a safety conscience CDL Route Driver to join the team in Lubbock, 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 - YouTube

    What We Offer:

    • Safety bonuses + boot stipend

    • $23 or more + Overtime

    • Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, Life Insurance)

    • Consistent, year-round work

    What we do: 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 delivering dumpster containers to customers, while providing the best service in the industry. This includes duties such:

    • Safely driving a Commercial CDL Truck into a variety of environments (Residential, Construction, Commercial, etc.).

    • Determine the best, convenient drop off location for dumpster, to avoid property damage.

    • 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.

    What we work with: 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. Hot or cold. Be prepared to work in all environments, around heavy diesel equipment. Not to mention dirty ones. 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!

    Minimum Job Requirements

    • Must be at least 21 years of age with a satisfactory driving record.

    • Class A or B CDL

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

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLubbock, TX

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