CDL Driver - Class A Required

Livermore Sanitation, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious CDL Driver to join our team in Livermore, CA!

This is a union position with union benefits. The starting pay will be $37.90 per hour. The pay range for this job is $37.90 to $50.53 per hour. The typical schedule is Monday-Friday starting at 4:30am or 5:30am. Occasional Saturday as needed, 45-hour work week.

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 up to 75 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 A CDL with air brakes endorsement.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Basic knowledge of truck components to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com. 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.