Waste Connections has an opening for aNonCDL Driverat our site in theCorpus Christi TXarea. The position will be responsible for driving a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste and transport it to appropriate disposal sites.
Monday to Friday with a start time of 5am working a 1012 hour shift with occasional Saturdays
On top of great pay we offer family benefits 401K vacation and year round work with year round OT.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.
- 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.
- Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.
- Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous jobrelated duties as assigned.
- A typical schedule for this position is MondayFriday with an occasional Saturday as needed 5055 hour work week.
- Putting carts together making sure cart area in organized and clean repairing carts as well as washing them out
- Keeping the yard clean and organized
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting pushing or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
- Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.
- The employee is exposed to outside weather including frequent wet and/or humid conditions as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.
What we need from you:
- Clean driving record
- 1 year of local route driving experience
- Ability to read write comprehend and communicate in English.
- Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre and posttrip inspections.
What youll get from us:
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future
- Healthcare; Medical Dental Vision
- Perks perks perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program Emergency Travel Assistance Prepaid Legal Plan Scholarship Opportunities for kids Employee Stock Purchase Plan Employee Relief Fund
- Insurance: Life Short Term/Long Term Disability
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.