About this role
We are currently seeking a professional local Driver to join our team at Waste Connections in Chickasha, Oklahoma. As a Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating a heavy-duty truck and transporting containers to residential customers. This is a physically demanding role that requires excellent driving skills and a strong commitment to safety.
Pay: $20.50 per hour
Hours: Monday - Friday with occasional Saturdays.
Job Requirements:
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Driver or in a similar role
- Ability to operate a heavy-duty truck and handle various waste materials
- Strong knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations
- Excellent driving skills and the ability to maneuver large vehicles in tight spaces
- Physical stamina to handle the demands of the job, including lifting and moving heavy waste containers
- Strong commitment to safety and the ability to follow established safety procedures
- Good communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with customers and coworkers
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a heavy-duty truck to transport waste materials to designated disposal sites
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure its safe operation
- Secure waste containers properly on the truck to prevent spills or accidents during transportation
- Follow designated routes and schedules to ensure timely delivery and pick-up of waste reciprocals
- Communicate with dispatchers and customers to coordinate pick-up and delivery schedules
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing customer inquiries and concerns in a professional manner
- Adhere to all local traffic laws and regulations to ensure the safety of yourself, other drivers, and pedestrians
- Follow established safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary
- Maintain accurate records of daily activities, including mileage, fuel consumption, and any incidents or accidents
- Report any mechanical issues or vehicle malfunctions to the appropriate personnel for repairs
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Uniforms provided
Join our team at Waste Connections as a Driver and contribute to our mission of providing safe and efficient waste management services. Apply now and take the next step in your career!
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
Other facts
About Waste Connections
Pick your destination. We’ll help you get there. That’s how we’ve been growing our local teams and our national recognition for more than 20 years. Our culture is rooted in the idea that our leaders are here to serve our employees. That means wherever you’re headed on your journey – to a new role, to a better lifestyle, or simply to those moments on the job that stick with you – rest assured, we’ll be traveling along with you.
We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.
What you'll do
- The Driver will safely operate a heavy-duty truck to transport waste materials to designated disposal sites and perform vehicle inspections. They will also communicate with dispatchers and customers to coordinate schedules and provide excellent customer service.
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