Waste Connections

Integrated solid waste collection, disposal, recycling

Local CDL Driver

Truck & Heavy Vehicle DrivingUpdated on Nov 9

Full-timeFort Collins, CO, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) and a clean driving record are required.
Strong knowledge of local streets and routes is required.
The candidate must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting and loading items weighing 50 pounds or more, and standing, walking, bending, and climbing into the truck multiple times a day.
The candidate must be comfortable working in various weather conditions.
Basic mechanical knowledge is required for vehicle inspections and minor maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

Operate trash trucks on assigned routes to collect garbage, recycling, and yard waste.
Safely load waste materials using appropriate techniques and equipment, and transport collected waste to designated disposal facilities.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip truck inspections and promptly report mechanical issues or maintenance needs to the fleet maintenance team.
Perform routine vehicle cleaning and maintenance to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Follow 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, and use provided personal protective equipment as required.
Interact courteously with customers and the public, address questions or concerns professionally, meet customer expectations for waste collection services, and resolve issues promptly.
Maintain accurate daily records of routes, waste collected, and incidents or issues, and submit required documentation in a timely manner.

Desired Qualifications

Two years of commercial driving experience is preferred.
Strong driving skills focused on safety are desirable.
Good communication and interpersonal skills are desirable.
A steady working history is desirable.

Waste 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- $29 per hour

Days: Monday – Friday with an occasional Saturday

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 service

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

About the Company

Waste Connections

Integrated solid waste collection, disposal, recycling

Waste Connections provides integrated solid waste services (collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling) across primarily secondary and suburban markets in the U.S. and Canada, serving millions of customers. Through its R360 Environmental Solutions unit, it also handles non-hazardous oilfield waste treatment, recovery, and disposal in active resource basins like the Permian and Bakken. The company differentiates itself by pursuing exclusive rights or high market shares in targeted markets and by combining municipal/commercial waste services with oilfield waste solutions and intermodal logistics. Its goal is to expand and defend leadership in these markets by growing exclusive franchises and offering a broad, integrated set of waste services.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: The Woodlands, TX
Founded: 1997

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