Front Load Commercial - Local CDL Driver

Waste Connections

  • USA
  • $21.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 hours ago
Waste Connections is looking for a safety conscious Front Load Commercial Driver to join our GROWING team in Las Cruces, New MexicoDetails:Schedule Monday - FridayStart Time: 5:00AM (50-55 hours per week)Starting Pay: $21.00 per hourDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience preferred, but not required.
  • Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.
  • Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
  • Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading, at times with no helpers.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
  • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
  • Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.
  • The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:​
  • Must be 21 years of age or older with a satisfactory driving record.
  • Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum.
  • Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.
  • Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
  • Ability to work Monday – Friday. Approximately 55-60 hours a week with paid overtime.
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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