Empire Disposal, a Waste Connections Company, has an immediate opening for a Local CDL Garbage Truck Driver to join our team in Colfax, WA. This position is labor-intensive and requires continuous movement in and out of the truck, manually collecting solid waste and dumping it into the back of a rear load Garbage truck, as well as transporting it to the appropriate facilities for disposal. We are looking for a safety conscience Residential/Commercial Rear Load Garbage Route Driver to join the team. Previous waste experience would be a huge plus! This route typically averages about 45 hours a week. Schedule is Monday-Thursday 4:00am to 2:00Pm, with Occasional Overtime (40+ Hours Per Week) Hourly rate is $29.00/HR For CDL Licensed Drivers. Hourly Rate for Non CDL Drivers $26.90/HR (We will Provide CDL Training) Why you should 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. Looking for a Career Path with a G R O W I N G Company?! As a member of our elite team of Drivers, you will feel like you’re a part of something bigger than yourself. Our team works together towards a common goal, making our Customer Service the best in the industry! Do you have a CDL? Does driving a LOCAL route everyday sound great? If the answer is Yes, then you’re who were looking for! What we offer: • Highly Competitive Wage • Paid CDL training available • Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays • Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and supplemental options • 401K Company Plan • Yearly Boot Allowance of $300.00 • Yearly Safety Bonus of up to $1,000 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ability to read route sheets or Driver Tablet and service each customer identified 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. • A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Thursday 4am-2:00Pm, with an occasional Overtime. 45+ hour work week. 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 A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum. • Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. • Minimum 2 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. • 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 www.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". A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Washington State wage Range is $26-29.00 #ACDriver