CDL Driver

Cascade Disposal – A Waste Connections Company

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Cascade Disposal is  hiring full-time CDL Drivers  to join our solid waste collection team in  beautiful Bend, OR . This is a  stable, year-round opportunity  with local routes—no long hauls, no overnights.

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If you're a safe, reliable driver who enjoys working outdoors, this could be the perfect job for you.

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**New CDL Holders Encouraged to Apply!**

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Schedule:  Monday–Friday (occasional Saturdays)

Start Time:  5:30 AM -  Ending when the route is complete , generally 9-11 hours.

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Competitive Compensation:

- Starting Pay: $30.00 – $32.00/hr  DOE
- Annual Safety Bonus $$
- Yearly Boot Allowance $$
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Full benefits package: Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Life insurance, long & short-term disability
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Opportunities to advance – We promote from within!
- Training across vehicle types: Side Load, Front Load & Roll-Off Trucks

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Duties and Responsibilities:

- Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste.
- 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, moving waste bins to positions accessible by truck, and closing all enclosure gates as necessary, at times with no helpers.
- Operates hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
- Cleans up the area around accidental waste spills.
- Completes daily reports on pre and post trip inspections of equipment;
- Fuels vehicle daily
- Maintains the physical appearance of the equipment, including routine washing
- Monitors over and under filled carts/containers to assess changing service requirements;
- Monitors the condition and repair needs of existing carts/containers;
- Follows all safety policies and procedures.
- Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

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Physical Demands:

- Ability to function in a wide variety of environments to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments (i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold).
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and move and maneuver up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to mount and dismount the truck multiple times every day while on route.
- Ability to work a physically demanding job.  Loading and unloading cans with no helpers.

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Job Requirements:

- Class A or B CDL  with air brake endorsement
- Clean driving record
- Ability to pass a drug screen
- Ability to pass company background check
- Knowledge of DOT safety regulations
- Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and climb in/out of trucks
- Working knowledge of D.O.T. laws.
- Ability to read, write and comprehend reports to complete daily assignments in English
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic

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**** If applying through Indeed or other third party site:

To be considered for any of our current openings  you must complete an application directly through our website at:  www.wasteconnections.com

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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.