Upper Valley Disposal , a Waste Connections company, is now looking for a safety conscience CDL Driver to join the team at our location in St. Helena, CA !
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Monday-Friday 8-10 shifts starting as early as 3am. Previous waste experience would be a huge plus !
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Starting hourly pay will be $ 30-32.50/hour. The pay range for this job category is $30-38/hour. We also offer great family benefits, a 401k, paid vacation, etc.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience preferred , but not required.
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Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.
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Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
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Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading, at times with no helpers.
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Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.
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Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
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WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
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Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
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Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.
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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.
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MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement is required.
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At least 3 years of CDL driving experience is required.
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Clean driving record.
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Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
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To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at ( m . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.
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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".
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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.