Class B CDL Driver | Garbage Truck Driver | Local Routes | Frederickson, WA

Class B CDL Driver | Garbage Truck Driver | Local Routes | Frederickson, WA

Pierce County Refuse / LeMay, a Waste Connections Company, is hiring a Class B CDL Driver in Frederickson, WA.

This is a full-time, local driving position operating residential and commercial garbage trucks throughout Pierce County.

If you are looking for Class B CDL jobs in Frederickson, WA, garbage truck driver jobs, waste management driver careers, or local home-daily CDL opportunities, this is an excellent opportunity to join a safety-focused team with competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and long-term career growth.

As a CDL Garbage Truck Driver, you will play a critical role in servicing residential and commercial customers while helping keep local communities clean and environmentally responsible.

Pay & Schedule

• Starting Pay: $35.50 per hour
• Regular wage increases
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Overtime opportunities available
• Typical Schedule: Monday through Friday Start times between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM Occasional Saturday work as business needs require
• Average workweek: 45 to 55 hours

CDL Driver Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class B garbage truck on residential and commercial collection routes.
• Follow route schedules and service all assigned customers accurately and efficiently.
• Read route sheets and utilize routing technology as required.
• Operate hydraulic systems and automated collection equipment.
• Load, lift, dump, and service refuse, recycling, and waste containers safely.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required documentation.
• Identify and report mechanical issues, safety concerns, accidents, or vehicle damage.
• Navigate residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, construction zones, and high-traffic areas safely.
• Maintain compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety procedures.
• Provide professional customer service while interacting with residents, businesses, and municipal customers.
• Complete assigned routes independently while adapting to traffic, weather, and operational changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Waste Collection
• Garbage Truck Operation
• Sanitation Services
• Refuse Collection
• Recycling Collection
• Front Load Trucks
• Rear Load Trucks
• Side Load Trucks
• Roll-Off Trucks
• Construction Hauling
• Route Delivery Driving
• Commercial Truck Driving

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This is a physically demanding position requiring the ability to:

• Enter and exit the truck cab repeatedly throughout the day.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.
• Walk, bend, twist, reach, climb, and work on uneven surfaces.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, and wind.
• Operate safely around traffic, construction zones, disposal facilities, and active work environments.
• Work around noise, dust, odors, vibration, moving mechanical equipment, and municipal solid waste.
• Perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Minimum of one year of commercial driving experience.
• Ability to meet DOT requirements and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English for safety and operational purposes.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems necessary to complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Ability to work overtime and occasional Saturdays as needed.
• Strong commitment to safety, dependability, and customer service.

Why Join Waste Connections?

Waste Connections is one of North America's leading environmental services companies, providing employees with:

• Competitive Pay
• Consistent Full-Time Hours
• Overtime Opportunities
• Career Growth and Advancement
• Stable Employment in an Essential Industry
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

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".

A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/why-waste-connections

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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