Union CDL Driver

WasteConnections is looking for a safety-minded UnionCDLRecycle Route Driver to join our team in Vancouver, WA . Shift is Monday-Friday , with occasional Saturdays as needed. Start time is 5:30AM and ends when route is complete; generally 9-10 hours/day. Union rate of pay is $32.00/HR . SafetySensitive: Yes DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to safely drive large, heavy vehicles in residential neighborhoods requiring high awareness of pedestrians, traffic, and tight spaces to collect recycle on specific routes. Ability to read an electronic route tablet and service each customer identified on the route or assigned by the dispatcher. Ability to operate hydraulic lift (from inside the cab) to service 900+ garbage carts and dispose of trash at designated facilities. 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. 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 many times throughout an 8+ hour shift. Work environment involves exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. This requires following basic safety precautions. The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate. MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement REQUIRED as a minimum. Must have a CLEAN DRIVING RECORD . High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete DOT pre- and post-trip inspections. Employment contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including criminal background check, motor vehicle report and drug panel screening. WHAT WE OFFER Union Benefits and Pension Plan Yearly Boot Voucher of up to $450.00 a Year Yearly Safety Bonus of up to $1,750 Company uniforms, High Visibility PPE gear and Safety gear. To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest. Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Washington State pay range is $26.65-$35.00/HR. #J-18808-Ljbffr