Front Load Driver

CDL Front Load Drivers

Waste Pro is seeking energetic, dependable, and safety-focused CDL Drivers to join one of the fastest-growing waste and recycling companies in the industry. Every day, Waste Pro drivers provide essential service to millions of customers and we're looking for hardworking professionals who take pride in what they do.

Qualified drivers may be eligible for our $10,000 Driver Award every 3 years for meeting safety and performance goals. At Waste Pro, dedication and hard work are recognized and rewarded.

Position Summary

The Front Load Driver operates refuse collection vehicles on assigned commercial routes to safely collect and transport waste materials. This position is responsible for vehicle inspections, safe equipment operation, customer service, and maintaining productivity and safety standards throughout daily operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely operate Front Load collection trucks on assigned commercial routes
• Service and empty front load containers using hydraulic lifting equipment
• Open container corrals and maneuver containers into position as needed
• Pick up loose debris and clean spills to maintain safe and clean service areas
• Transport waste safely to designated landfill or disposal facilities
• Complete daily route sheets, mileage logs, fuel reports, DVIRs, and required documentation
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain truck cleanliness and perform routine truck checks, including fluids, tires, and undercarriage inspections
• Communicate professionally with customers and report concerns or service issues promptly
• Follow all DOT regulations, company safety standards, and defensive driving practices

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or Class B CDL for the state in which the position operates
• Safe driving record required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and commercial vehicle safety standards
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and hydraulic controls
• Ability to follow designated routes and work schedules efficiently
• Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions
• Ability to maintain accurate records and complete required paperwork
• Must be able to speak and read English to communicate with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and team members

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in company-sponsored training and safety programs
• Stay current on company technology and operational procedures
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Join a company that values safety, teamwork, and career growth. Apply today and become part of the Distinguishable Difference!

Special Considerations / Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ability to independently push or pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday
• Ability to independently lift up to 50 pounds from ground level to waist height on a frequent basis
• Ability to repeatedly enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle throughout the day
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, and perform repetitive physical movements during daily operations
• Ability to work extended shifts of 812 hours in varying outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow

Work Environment

Work is performed outdoors in a variety of weather and environmental conditions. Frequent exposure to changing temperatures, wind, noise, vibrations, dust, odors, and fumes. Position requires working around commercial vehicles, heavy equipment, and active service routes while maintaining safety standards at all times.