Front Load Route Driver

Sunshine Disposal & Recycling has a job opening for a full time Refuse Truck Driver in our Kootenai County, ID business unit. Job duties include operation of front load style refuse collection trucks in residential and commercial locations. Current available shift is Friday-Tuesday; shift starts at 5:00am Saturday-Tuesday and 8:00am on Friday at Spokane Valley truck yard. Some overtime may be required due to business needs fluctuation. Starting wage is $25.91 per hour. This job includes a $.50 wage bump after 6 months of employment and annual COLA beginning in October 2026. Basic computer literacy is required, and OJT is provided for industry specific programs. Class A or B CDL (No Air Brake Restriction) and valid DOT medical card are required. Applicants must meet insurability requirements and comply with all US DOT drug screening rules. Two (2) years' Class A or B commercial driving experience preferred. This is a full time, day shift job with a comprehensive compensation package: paid PTO, paid holidays, company paid medical/dental/vision for employee (dependent coverage available paid by employee), company paid Employee Assistance Plan, 401(k) Plan with match (after meeting eligibility) and optional life, accident & disability insurance (employee pays premiums). Sunshine Disposal & Recycling is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Job Duties/Responsibilities


1. Arrive at work on time and receive paperwork for route work. Perform Pre-trip inspection of the truck to make sure everything is operating correctly, maintenance is not necessary, and all equipment/systems are safe to operate. Complete DVIR form in accordance with state, local and federal regulations. If maintenance is necessary, report conditions to Supervisor before moving truck.


2. Drive truck on fixed routes in same geographic area on a daily and weekly basis; using provided route information and maps.

3. Open and close container enclosures as needed on Commercial service routes. Position containers and/or carts by pulling or pushing. Clear overhanging debris from containers before dumping.

4. Communicate effectively with the Route Supervisor and/or office to ensure that there are no dispatch issues or issues with the route for the day. Report any issues encountered immediately to Route Supervisor.

5. Dumps/empties the truck at the end of the day at the appropriate location. Perform basic clean out of truck body and cab.

6. Perform vehicle post trip inspection after route is completed and driver has returned to terminal for the day, complete post-trip DVIR and lets the Site Supervisor know of any maintenance areas necessary.

7. Submit route work information via phone data and paper notes containing extra charges and other customer notes each day.

8. Attend all necessary meetings as scheduled including safety, training and other company scheduled meetings at Sunshine Disposal & Recycling facility.

9. Perform special projects for the Operation Manager and other management team members.


10. Perform all other duties assigned.

Requirements

Certificates/Licenses: To perform this job successfully, an individual must:

• Hold a valid Class B or Class A CDL license with knowledge of Federal and State rules and regulations

• NO Air Brake Restriction on CDL

• Hold a valid USDOT certified medical card.

Comply with all USDOT/FMCSA Drug screening rules

• Manual Transmission Endorsement Preferred

Meet Insurance Carrier Eligibility for driving

Physical Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to:

• Constantly (6+ hours per day) sit, stand, seeing, hearing, walk, reach, grasp, fine finger manipulation, wrist flexion, operate foot controls.

• Frequently ( 2-3 hours per day ) climb, bend, pull/push (up to 60 pounds)

• Occasionally (1-2 hours per day) Lift (up to 60 pounds), crawl, stoop/crouch, twist.

• Clearly see 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses and differentiate between colors


Safety Matters:


Sunshine operates a modern fleet of vehicles

• Dash/drive Cameras in vehicles
• Phone and software technology used on route and is provided for driver each day
• Use of cellular phones and personal electronic devices while driving is prohibited
• No smoking or vaping allowed in vehicles

Salary Description


$25.91