About this opportunity
Waste Connections lists this Local CDL Garbage Route Driver opportunity in eagle point, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Southern Oregon Sanitation, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious CDL Garbage Route Driver to join the team at our hauling location inEagle Point, OR.
Location 42 Ball Rd, Eagle Point, OR
*NEW CDL HOLDERS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
Schedule: Monday – Friday (Occasional Saturdays)
Starting 5:00am (Depending out route)Ending when the route is complete
(8-11 hour days)
Year-Round Work! No Seasonal Layoffs. Home Every Night.
Starting Pay: $28.65
Competitive Compensation:
Yearly Safety Bonuses
Yearly Boot Allowance
Generous Paid Time Off
Growth opportunities - We pride ourselves on promoting from within
Customizable benefits to meet your family's needs (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental voluntary plans, wellness programs, and online discounts)
401K retirement with company match
Company Paid Life Insurance
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste.
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, moving waste bins to positions accessible by truck, and closing all enclosure gates as necessary, at times with no helpers.
Operates hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
Cleans up the area around accidental waste spills.
Completes daily reports on pre and post trip inspections of equipment;
Fuels vehicle daily
Maintains the physical appearance of the equipment, including routine washing
Monitors over and under filled carts/containers to assess changing service requirements;
Monitors the condition and repair needs of existing carts/containers;
Follows all safety policies and procedures.
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.
Ability to mount and dismount the truck multiple times every day while on route.
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.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Class A or B CDL license with Air Brake Endorsement (Required)
Clean Driving Record (MVR)
Pass Criminal Background Check, Drug panel Screening
Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles
Minimum 1 year of experience related to the specified duties and responsibilities
Working knowledge of D.O.T. laws
Ability to work a physically demanding job
Ability to read, write, and comprehend reports to complete daily assignments in English
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Candidates for employment must meet position requirements and successfully pass post offer employment examinations including:
• Background Check
• MVR Check
• Drug screen
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To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application directly through our website:
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
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Worksite address
eagle point, OR, 97524, US
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