Driver Helper

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a Driver Helper/ Driver in Training to join our team in Oak Ridge, TN.

Our Driver Helper will work directly with the Truck Driver to ensure safe and proper garbage removal on the assigned route.  We seek individuals with a leadership mentality and desire to grow with promotional opportunities in this role.

Waste Connections offers:

• Competitive Compensation.
• Safety Bonuses – Get rewarded for your safe habits.
• Yearly Boot Stipend and Company Uniforms provided.
• Benefits Plans – Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account options.
• Generous matching 401(K).

Pay rate:  $20.00/hr

Schedule: 6:30am start time averaging approximately 9-11 hours/day.

Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays.

Benefits: We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect solid waste materials from customer locations and load into the waste collection truck.
• Assist driver in safe operation of the vehicle by directing the driver in backing, traffic control, and tight space maneuvering.
• Operate equipment on the garbage truck to compact trash.
• Audit the garbage truck for proper equipment prior to leaving for route.

Requirements:

• Willing to obtain Class A or B CDL for future growth opportunities!
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs repeatedly.

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