Class B CDL Driver | Garbage Truck Driver | Local Routes | Frederickson, WA

About the job

Class B CDL Driver | Garbage Truck Driver | Local Routes | Frederickson, WA

Pierce County Refuse / LeMay, a Waste Connections Company, is hiring a Class B CDL Driver in Frederickson, WA.

This is a full-time, local driving position operating residential and commercial garbage trucks throughout Pierce County.

If you are looking for Class B CDL jobs in Frederickson, WA, garbage truck driver jobs, waste management driver careers, or local home-daily CDL opportunities, this is an excellent opportunity to join a safety-focused team with competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and long-term career growth.

As a CDL Garbage Truck Driver, you will play a critical role in servicing residential and commercial customers while helping keep local communities clean and environmentally responsible.

Pay & Schedule

• Starting Pay: $38.00 to $40.00 per hour

• Regular wage increases

• Full-time, year-round employment

• Overtime opportunities available

• Typical Schedule:

• Monday through Friday

• Start times between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM

• Occasional Saturday work as business needs require

• Average workweek: 45 to 55 hours

CDL Driver Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class B garbage truck on residential and commercial collection routes.

• Follow route schedules and service all assigned customers accurately and efficiently.

• Read route sheets and utilize routing technology as required.

• Operate hydraulic systems and automated collection equipment.

• Load, lift, dump, and service refuse, recycling, and waste containers safely.

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required documentation.

• Identify and report mechanical issues, safety concerns, accidents, or vehicle damage.

• Navigate residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, construction zones, and high-traffic areas safely.

• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety procedures.

• Provide professional customer service while interacting with residents, businesses, and municipal customers.

• Complete assigned routes independently while adapting to traffic, weather, and operational changes.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Waste Collection

• Garbage Truck Operation

• Sanitation Services

• Refuse Collection

• Recycling Collection

• Front Load Trucks

• Rear Load Trucks

• Side Load Trucks

• Roll-Off Trucks

• Construction Hauling

• Route Delivery Driving

• Commercial Truck Driving

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This is a physically demanding position requiring the ability to:

• Enter and exit the truck cab repeatedly throughout the day.

• Lift, carry, push, and pull 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.

• Walk, bend, twist, reach, climb, and work on uneven surfaces.

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, and wind.

• Operate safely around traffic, construction zones, disposal facilities, and active work environments.

• Work around noise, dust, odors, vibration, moving mechanical equipment, and municipal solid waste.

• Perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake Endorsement.

• Minimum of one year of commercial driving experience.

• Ability to meet DOT requirements and maintain an acceptable driving record.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English for safety and operational purposes.

• Knowledge of vehicle systems necessary to complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

• Ability to work overtime and occasional Saturdays as needed.

• Strong commitment to safety, dependability, and customer service.

Why Join Waste Connections?

Waste Connections is one of North America's leading environmental services companies, providing employees with:

• Competitive Pay

• Consistent Full-Time Hours

• Overtime Opportunities

• Career Growth and Advancement

• Stable Employment in an Essential Industry

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

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".

A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/why-waste-connections

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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