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Local Route Driver - Waste Connections
Lincoln, NE
Posted: Oct 02, 2022 11:02

Job Description

Waste Connections is looking for a safety conscience Local CDL Driver to join our GROWING team in Lincoln, Nebraska.

This position is eligible for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Why you need to join us!

  • CULTURE: It's a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed All-stars know what they do is important.

  • INTEGRITY: Our definition is -saying what you will do and then doing it!- We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:-Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience preferred, but not required.-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 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.-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 B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum. -Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.-2 years of experience preferred.-Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at careers.wasteconnections.com . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

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 Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran)



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Waste Connections

Lincoln, NE