About the Role
<p>Waste Connections of Caprock is looking for a safety conscience<b> CDL Route Driver </b>to join the team in Lubbock, TX!</p><p><br /> </p><p><i>The ideal driver will have a self-motivated, go getting attitude, that is looking to excel and grow with our GROWING company!</i></p><p></p><p></p><p>Click here to view <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrZFVS8YOPQ" target="_blank">A Day in the Life of a Waste Connections Driver - YouTube</a></p><p></p><p><b><u>Why work for Waste Connections? </u></b></p><ul><li><p>Competitive Compensations</p></li><li><p>Safety Bonuses – Get rewarded for your safe habits</p></li><li><p>Yearly Boot Stipend – Get your boots covered</p></li><li><p>Benefits Plans – Keep yourself healthy</p></li><li><p>Matching 401(K) – Connect to your future</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>What we do: </u></b>We provide trash and disposal services to the local community. You, a vital piece of the team, would be responsible for safely operating a <b>CDL Truck</b> delivering dumpster containers to customers, while providing the best service in the industry. <u>This includes duties such:</u></p><p></p><ul><li><p>Safely driving a Commercial CDL Truck into a variety of environments (Residential, Construction, Commercial, etc.).</p></li><li><p>Determine the best, convenient drop off location for dumpster, to avoid property damage.</p></li><li><p>Cautiously operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load Dumpster on/off truck.</p></li><li><p>Secure the Dumpster Load, cover appropriately and account for weight shift before departing.</p></li><li><p>Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.</p></li><li><p>Perform daily pre and post trip inspections.</p></li><li><p>Interact courteously with your customers.</p></li><li><p>Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b><u>What we work with: </u></b>Trash is heavy! Sometimes we have machines aid our efforts. Other times we do not. And this is a service provided year-round – Rain, snow or shine. Hot or cold. Be prepared to work in all environments, around heavy diesel equipment. Not to mention dirty ones. <u>Plan for the following labor:</u></p><p></p><ul><li><p>Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work with consistent walking; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 75 pounds. Exiting/exiting high set truck. Walking. Moderate noise level.</p></li><li><p>Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. </p></li></ul><p></p><p>At the end of the day, we go home knowing we leave a smiling customer!</p><p></p><p><b><u>Minimum Job Requirements</u></b></p><ul><li><p>Must be at least 21 years of age with a satisfactory driving record.</p></li><li><p>Class A or B CDL</p></li><li><p>Ability to work Monday – Friday starting at around 5:30 am. Approx. 48-52 hours a week, with overtime.</p></li><li><p>Physically comfortable with demands of the job</p></li></ul><p></p><p>To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at <a href="http://www.wasteconnections.com/" target="_blank">www.careers.wasteconnections.com</a> . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.</p><p></p><p>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".</p><p></p><p><b><u>Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.</u></b></p>