Class B CDL Driver | Garbage Truck Driver | Local Routes | Frederickson, WA

Class B CDL Driver | Garbage Truck Driver | Local Routes | Frederickson, WA

Pierce County Refuse / LeMay, a Waste Connections Company, is hiring a Class B CDL Driver in Frederickson, WA.

This is a full-time, local driving position operating residential and commercial garbage trucks throughout Pierce County.

If you are looking for Class B CDL jobs in Frederickson, WA, garbage truck driver jobs, waste management driver careers, or local home-daily CDL opportunities, this is an excellent opportunity to join a safety-focused team with competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and long-term career growth.

As a CDL Garbage Truck Driver, you will play a critical role in servicing residential and commercial customers while helping keep local communities clean and environmentally responsible.

Pay & Schedule

• Starting Pay: $35.50 per hour
• Regular wage increases
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Overtime opportunities available
• Typical Schedule:
• Monday through Friday
• Start times between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM
• Occasional Saturday work as business needs require
• Average workweek: 45 to 55 hours

CDL Driver Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class B garbage truck on residential and commercial collection routes.
• Follow route schedules and service all assigned customers accurately and efficiently.
• Read route sheets and utilize routing technology as required.
• Operate hydraulic systems and automated collection equipment.
• Load, lift, dump, and service refuse, recycling, and waste containers safely.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required documentation.
• Identify and report mechanical issues, safety concerns, accidents, or vehicle damage.
• Navigate residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, construction zones, and high-traffic areas safely.
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety procedures.
• Provide professional customer service while interacting with residents, businesses, and municipal customers.
• Complete assigned routes independently while adapting to traffic, weather, and operational changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Waste Collection
• Garbage Truck Operation
• Sanitation Services
• Refuse Collection
• Recycling Collection
• Front Load Trucks
• Rear Load Trucks
• Side Load Trucks
• Roll-Off Trucks
• Construction Hauling
• Route Delivery Driving
• Commercial Truck Driving

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This is a physically demanding position requiring the ability to:

• Enter and exit the truck cab repeatedly throughout the day.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.
• Walk, bend, twist, reach, climb, and work on uneven surfaces.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, and wind.
• Operate safely around traffic, construction zones, disposal facilities, and active work environments.
• Work around noise, dust, odors, vibration, moving mechanical equipment, and municipal solid waste.
• Perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Minimum of one year of commercial driving experience.
• Ability to meet DOT requirements and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English for safety and operational purposes.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems necessary to complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Ability to work overtime and occasional Saturdays as needed.
• Strong commitment to safety, dependability, and customer service.

Why Join Waste Connections?

Waste Connections is one of North America's leading environmental services companies, providing employees with:

• Competitive Pay
• Consistent Full-Time Hours
• Overtime Opportunities
• Career Growth and Advancement
• Stable Employment in an Essential Industry
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

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