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Waste Connections, Inc.

Local CDL Driver

Waste Connections, Inc., Fort Collins, Colorado, us, 80523

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R-92972Waste Connections is seeking a reliable and hardworking Local CDL Driver to join our team in Fort Collins Colorado. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of waste to designated disposal sites. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, customer service, and environmental responsibility.**Pay**: $25.00-$29.00 per hour**Days**: Monday – Friday with an occasional Saturday**Hours**: Start time 6 am. Working 50-55 hour per week**Key Responsibilities**:* **Waste Collection and Transportation**:

+ Operate trash trucks to collect garbage, recycling, and yard waste on assigned routes.

+ Ensure the safe and efficient loading of waste materials using appropriate techniques and equipment.

+ Transport collected waste to designated disposal facilities.* **Vehicle Operation and Maintenance**:

+ Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck, ensuring it is in good working condition.

+ Report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to the fleet maintenance team promptly.

+ Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of the vehicle to ensure compliance with safety standards.* **Safety and Compliance**:

+ Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies while operating the vehicle and handling waste materials.

+ Comply with local, state, and federal regulations related to waste management and transportation.

+ Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required and provided.* **Customer Service**:

+ Interact courteously with customers and the public, addressing any questions or concerns professionally.

+ Ensure waste collection services meet customer expectations and resolve issues promptly.* **Record Keeping**:

+ Maintain accurate records of daily routes, waste collected, and any incidents or issues encountered.

+ Complete and submit required documentation in a timely manner.

+ Qualifications:**Qualifications**:* Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a clean driving record.* Two years of commercial driving experience *preferred*.* Strong knowledge of local streets and routes.* Excellent driving skills with a focus on safety.* Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and loading heavy items 50 lb +, with the ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb into the truck multiple times a day.* Comfortable working in various weather conditions* Good communication and interpersonal skills.* Steady working history.* Basic mechanical knowledge for vehicle inspections and minor maintenance tasks.**Benefits**:* Competitive salary* Monthly safety bonus* Health, dental, and vision insurance* Retirement plan with company match* Paid time off and holidays* Training and development opportunities* Uniforms provided* Free trash serviceWaste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.# Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees.OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US

Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who is making important contributions on a daily basis that will make a positive impact on those around you. We appreciate that you are a person of integrity who takes pride in the work you do.# **Our Opportunities**BUILD TALENT FROM WITHIN

People who want to gain valuable professional experience will find that Waste Connections is a fantastic place to work. You’ll enjoy the opportunity for beneficial training and professional development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and lead the way to a more promising future.LET’S REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER

Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. #J-18808-Ljbffr