What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver trainee position at Waste Connections?
We are looking for a safety conscience Driver Helper / CDL Trainee to join the team at our Hauling location in Worthington Minnesota.
Ability to safely operate a garbage truck (excluding driving until properly licensed) on specified routes to collect solid waste.
Waste experience preferred, but not required.
- Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet 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-Friday, with an occasional Saturday as needed, 45 hour work week.
- 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.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Preferred 1 year 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.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
We offer excellent benefits including : medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
Last updated : 2024-07-10
