Local Garbage Route Driver- Colfax,WA

Empire Disposal, a Waste Connections Company in Colfax, WA Is looking to Hire a Local CDL Rear‑Load Garbage Truck Driver

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 AM–2:00 PM (Occasional OT)

Pay: $29.00/hr CDL • $26.90/hr Non‑CDL Average Hours: ~45 per week

Position Overview

Empire Disposal is seeking a safety‑focused Local CDL Garbage Truck Driver to service residential and commercial rear‑load routes. This is a labor‑intensive role requiring continuous movement in and out of the truck, manual collection of solid waste, and safe operation of rear‑load equipment. Drivers transport collected waste to designated disposal facilities while maintaining strict safety, environmental, and customer‑service standards.

 Key Responsibilities

• Route Navigation — Read route sheets or driver tablets to service all assigned customers.
• Vehicle Inspections — Perform routine pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, checking fluids, tires, and safety equipment.
• Manual Waste Collection — Load and unload waste manually, often without helpers, requiring heavy lifting and repetitive movement.
• Hydraulic Equipment Operation — Operate rear‑load hydraulic controls to lift, load, and dispose of refuse safely.
• Customer Interaction — Provide courteous service and communicate professionally with customers and dispatch.
• Safety Compliance — Follow all company, DOT, and environmental safety protocols.
• Perform additional job‑related duties as assigned by management.

 Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Heavy physical labor including lifting, pushing, and pulling 50+ lbs.
• Frequent entry and exit from the truck throughout the shift.
• Exposure to outdoor weather, wet/humid conditions, fumes, vibration, and moderate noise.
• Work around moving mechanical parts, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures.

 Minimum Requirements

• Valid Class A or B CDL with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2+ years of related driving or waste‑industry experience.
• Basic knowledge of truck components to complete DOT‑compliant inspections.
• Ability to perform physically demanding labor daily.

 Why Join Empire Disposal?

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• Highly competitive wages
• 401(k) company plan
• $300 annual boot allowance
• Up to $1,000 annual safety bonus
• Strong company culture built on integrity, teamwork, and empowerment
• Local routes — home daily
• Career growth within a GROWING Waste Connections company

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. WA state wage Range $29.00/HR-29.00/HR

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