CDL Driver

Alaska Waste, a Waste Connections company, hasan immediate opening for a CDL Driver to support local routes in Healy, AK!

Schedule is 5-8's, Monday - Friday

Pay is $28.00 per hour depending on experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to safely operate a garbage and tank 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, at times with no helpers.
• Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Following all appropriate safety guidelines and precautions, wearing required person protective equipment (PPE), and maintaining a neat and professional appearance at all times.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts which require following basic safety precautions.
• The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement required.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Mechanical knowledge and ability to maintain company vehicles in working condition
• Minimum 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application atwww.wasteconnections.com.

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

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