Truck Driver Class A or B CDL for Local Yard Waste Company Rear Load Truck Driver for Local Yard Waste Company
Job Description:
COME & JOIN OUR TEAM! We are currently seeking Class A or B CDL Drivers To Collect Yard or Recycling Waste - Year-Round - Full Time. You will be responsible for safely operating a garbage truck and the collection of yard waste as assigned each day.
We have been in business for 32 years and currently run a fleet of 15-20 trucks depending on the time of year. We are a small, closely held company that is looking for someone to join us that would like to become a part of a successful team. We have health, dental and vision insurance, Company pays for 25K in Life Insurance as long as you are employed with us, matching 401K up to 4% after 6 months of employment, and PTO days off. Starts at $23.00 an hour.
All positions pay overtime, but we try very hard to keep your work week to 40 hours per week. There will be overtime in the Spring and Fall. We work all 52 weeks per year but have lighter collection schedules in winter so you may be doing other kinds of work during January through March to keep everyone making 40 hours per week. We work Monday through Friday, unless we are off for a holiday during the week. Make up day will be a Saturday.
Your Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
Must be able to read a map.
Safely operate a garbage truck
Responsibly supervisor helpers and truck
Load and unload yard waste or other cargo
Properly track and document activity log on computer tracking system with a Samsung tablet.
Report any issues or incidents to dispatch, managers, supervisors; depending on the situation.
Inspect truck before and after trip, wash truck, fill fluids, etc. Daily report to mechanic. Check tires.
Must be able to work independently but understand the need for reporting to supervisors to get all work accomplished.
Must be able to drive, assist with Throwers, give out violation stickers, follow directions well, report and communicate with supervisors, managers and the office.
You must wear Boots that cover your ankles daily.
Qualifications:
Previous experience in garbage truck driving or other related fields
Commercial driver's license with Air Brakes Endorsement
Ability to handle physical workload, must be able to lift 50+ pounds all day. Sometimes you work with a helper and sometimes you have to work alone. Drive and collect at same time depending on size of route.
Strong work ethic, we need people that are at work every day and on time. We start at 5:45 am and are done when routes are complete. Generally, this is a 40-hour work week but expect overtime in Spring & Fall and during special projects
Knowledge of truck and equipment safety.
Knowledge of truck and equipment operation
Ability to read a map and navigate to your destination without the use of your smart phone.
Ability to use computerized software on tablet for collection reporting.
Must be able to follow directions, rules and policies.
Maintain your daily route sheets and any write ups for mechanic.
If you meet the requirements and experience, we may call you for an interview. You will need to bring the following (no exceptions):
Class A or B CDL license
Social Security Card or Birth Certificate
DMV driving record.
DOT Medical Card,
Driving History /Resume
to 12000 Cartwright Ave, Grandview, MO 64030 for an interview. All items are required for an interview. You can call 816-761-8300 with any questions.
We are looking for dedicated, responsible, diligent individuals that want to join our team. You need to be here every day and be willing to work with others, so everyone gets to go home at the same time.
Medical benefits available after 60 days. PTO available after 30 days. Retirement with 4% company match available after 6 months. Uniform shirts, jacket and winter coat provided, shirts after 90 days in Spring & Summer. Shirts, Jacket and Coat after 90 days in fall and Winter.
Compost Connection Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do reference checks and drug tests according to DOT Requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Starting at $23.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid orientation
Paid time off
Safety equipment provided.
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Home daily
Monday to Friday, some Saturdays for makeup days of holidays
Overtime
Year-round work
Supplemental pay types:
Yearly bonus
Trucking driver type:
Company driver
Trucking route:
Kansas & Missouri
Ability to commute/relocate:
Grandview, MO 64030: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Commercial driving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
CDL B (Required), CDL A (Preferred)
Air Brake Endorsement (Required)