Local CDL Route Driver- Bend, OR

About the job

Cascade Disposal – A Waste Connections Company

Cascade Disposal is hiring full-time CDL Drivers to join our solid waste collection team in beautiful Bend, OR. This is a stable, year-round opportunity with local routes—no long hauls, no overnights.

If you're a safe, reliable driver who enjoys working outdoors, this could be the perfect job for you.

New CDL Holders Encouraged to Apply!

Schedule: Monday–Friday (occasional Saturdays)

Start Time: 5:30 AM - Ending when the route is complete, generally 9-11 hours.

Starting Pay: $30.00 – $32.00/hr DOE

Competitive Compensation:

Annual Safety Bonus $$

Yearly Boot Allowance $$

Generous Paid Time Off

Full benefits package:

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance, long & short-term disability

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Opportunities to advance – We promote from within!

Training across vehicle types: Side Load, Front Load & Roll-Off Trucks

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.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to function in a wide variety of environments to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments (i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and move and maneuver up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to mount and dismount the truck multiple times every day while on route.
• Ability to work a physically demanding job.  Loading and unloading cans with no helpers.

Job Requirements:

• Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Ability to pass company background check
• Knowledge of DOT safety regulations
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and climb in/out of trucks
• Working knowledge of D.O.T. laws.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend reports to complete daily assignments in English
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

****If applying through Indeed or other third party site:

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

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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