CDL Garbage Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services is looking for a Full- Time CDL Class A or B Garbage Truck Drivers out of their Danbury, CT location.

Full-Time Monday thru Friday.

Start time: 4am - 5am. Our drivers average about 55-60 hours a week. Overtime pay after 40 hours in a work week.

Full Union- paid amazing benefit package.

Pay Rate: $22 - $24 per hour.

Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Assist in planning route to ensure most economical use of time and equipment

Perform all duties in accordance with appropriate safety and security standards

Perform daily Pre & Post-Trip inspections of your vehicle

Maintain cleanliness of vehicle. Report all mechanical issues immediately, to Supervisor

Conform with, and abide by, all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions

Conform to all safety policies and use all appropriate safety equipment & PPE

Complete and submit necessary daily paperwork

Maintain a clean & valid driver’s license

Maintain safe vehicle operation, to protect your safety, and the safety of the public, by complying with company policies & procedures, as well as DOT regulations

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Requirements and Qualifications:

Must have a valid driver’s license and be a minimum of 21 years of age

Must be properly licensed to operate the type of unit, (e.g., CDL A or B with air brakes) for which they are applying, for a minimum of 2 years

Ability to pass DOT mandated, drug/alcohol tests

Ability to pass pre-employment fit-for-duty evaluation

Thorough knowledge of local traffic laws and defensive driving techniques

Ability to safely operate various types of refuse vehicles

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public Ability to communicate effectively, as well as work independently

Tools and Equipment Used:

Transportation Vehicles: Front Load, Rear Load, Side Load, Roll off Trucks (Class B)

Tractor Trailers (Class A License)

2-Way Radio, Tablet, Various Hand Tools'

'Work Remotely - No

Additional Information

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $22.00/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $24.00/Hr.

Regular Full-Time