Class A CDL Route Driver

LeMay, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious Class A CDL Driver to join the team at our Hauling location in Centralia, WA. This will be a Tractor-Trailer long-haul position based out of LeMay in Centralia and delivering to Cowlitz County Landfill 3-4 times a day. Previous waste experience would be a huge plus!

Shift will be Monday through Friday 5:00am to 3:30pm, with Overtime often. Some Saturday work if needed.

Pay will be starting at $29/hr.

Safety Sensitive Position: Yes

Essential Functions:

• Performs complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections including, but not limited to, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges and controls.

• Drives Class A truck from LeMay to Cowlitz County Landfill down the I5 corridor.

• Climbs into and out of truck at disposal area(s).

• Backing into bays at the transfer station

• Courteously interacts with customers, dispatchers, and supervisors.

• Reads and maintains, in sequential order, tablet, follows map and services each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by dispatcher and/or supervisor.

• Completes required route/productivity sheets, Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs) and other forms.

• Performs driver check-in procedures upon returning to the facility at the end of the day Follows all safety policies and procedures as well as attend weekly safety meetings.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Equivalent of high school diploma or GED certification

• Valid Class A with air brakes endorsement

• Must meet Waste Connections Driver MVR Qualification Standards.

• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug screen, background and motor vehicle records check and Department of Transportation Physical.

• Must be able to read and fill out necessary paperwork completely.

• Communicate clearly to customers, dispatcher, and supervisors.

Work Environment: 

• Work independently while driving refuse truck on route

• Routes must be completed daily in all weather extremes including extreme hot or cold, wet or dry conditions

• Work hours will vary by route.

• Truck may or may not have air conditioning

• Constant exposure to unpleasant sights and smells

What we offer our Employees.

• Yearly Safety Bonus!

• Yearly Boot Allowance!

• Uniforms/High visibility attire and PPE Gear

• Performance-based career growth potential

• Medical, dental, vision insurance plans Starting day 1, After 60 days of employment!

• Income Protection Plans (Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability)

• 401(k)

• Flexible Spending Account

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Emergency Travel Assistance

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.