Local CDL Garbage Route Driver

CDL Garbage Route Driver

Southern Oregon Sanitation, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious CDL Garbage Route Driver to join the team at our hauling location in Grants Pass, OR.

Location: 1381 Redwood Ave Grants Pass OR

***NEW CDL HOLDERS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!**

Schedule: Tuesday Saturday

Starting 5:00am (Depending out route) - Ending when the route is complete (8-11 hour days)

*Year-Round Work! No Seasonal Layoffs. Home Every Night.*

Starting Pay: $28.65

Competitive Compensation:

• Yearly Safety Bonuses
• Yearly Boot Allowance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunities - We pride ourselves on promoting from within
• Customizable benefits to meet your family's needs (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, and online discounts)
• 401K retirement with company match
• Company Paid Life Insurance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste.
• 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, moving waste bins to positions accessible by truck, and closing all enclosure gates as necessary, at times with no helpers.
• Operates hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
• Cleans up the area around accidental waste spills.
• Completes daily reports on pre and post trip inspections of equipment;
• Fuels vehicle daily
• Maintains the physical appearance of the equipment, including routine washing
• Monitors over and under filled carts/containers to assess changing service requirements;
• Monitors the condition and repair needs of existing carts/containers;
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Ability to mount and dismount the truck multiple times every day while on route.
• 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:

• Valid Class A or B CDL license with Air Brake Endorsement (Required)
• Clean Driving Record (MVR)
• Pass Criminal Background Check, Drug panel Screening
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles
• Minimum 1 year of experience related to the specified duties and responsibilities
• Working knowledge of D.O.T. laws
• Ability to work a physically demanding job
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend reports to complete daily assignments in English

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:

Background Check

MVR Check

Drug screen

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