Garbage Route Truck Driver at Sunshine Recyclers Inc

Addy, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Oct, 26

Salary

27.5

Posted On

18 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

CDL Class A or B, Air Brake Operation, Vehicle Inspection, Route Navigation, Hydraulic Equipment Operation, Basic Computer Literacy, DOT Compliance, Manual Transmission Driving, Automatic Transmission Driving, Customer Communication

Industry

Utilities

Description

Description This job has a $500 Bonus after 6 months of employment and $1000 after 12 months of employment. Sunshine Disposal & Recycling has an opening for a full time Refuse Service Truck Driver in our Addy, WA business unit. Job duties include operation of front load and side load refuse collection trucks and roll off style dump trucks in residential and commercial locations. Basic computer literacy is required, and OJT is provided for industry specific programs. Class A or B CDL, Air Brake Certificate and valid DOT medical card are required. Applicants must meet insurability requirements and comply with US DOT drug screening rules. Two (2) years of CDL Class A or B driving experience required. This is a full time, day shift job Monday-Friday and shift time is 4:00am-12:30pm. Some seasonal overtime may be available but is not guaranteed. Starting wage is $27.50 per hour, and this job includes fifty cents ($.50) per hour wage increases at 6, 12 and 18 months of employment, as well as annual COLA beginning in 2027. Sunshine offers a comprehensive compensation package: paid PTO, paid holidays, company paid medical/dental/vision for employees (dependent coverage available, employee pays premiums), company provided Employee Assistance Plan, 401(k) Plan with match (after meeting eligibility requirements). Optional accident, life and disability insurance are available (employee pays premiums). Sunshine Disposal & Recycling is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Sunshine Disposal & Recycling operates a modern fleet of vehicles. Our fleet uses driver-friendly onboard computers (tablet style), GPS technology and latest vehicle camera technology- outward and cab facing. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties/responsibilities listed below. Arrives to work on time and receives paperwork and tablet data for daily route. Performs pre-trip inspection of the truck to make sure everything is operating correctly, and maintenance is not necessary. When truck is in working order, leaves facility and commences route services. Drives truck on fixed route on a weekly basis collecting refuse, recycling, or organics debris from carts, cans and/or containers using the hydraulic equipment on the truck. Will also have to load by lifting any extra bags/boxes/cans into carts to dispose. Using tablet and/or paper, documents all extras/not outs, damaged carts for customer accounts. Communicates effectively throughout the day with the office and other drivers regarding route information and/or customer communication. Dumps the truck at the end of the day and cleans out truck body and cab. Conducts a Post-trip inspection of the truck each day and lets Mechanic know of any maintenance areas necessary. Attends all necessary meetings at Sunshine Disposal & Recycling as required. Performs all other duties as assigned. Requirements Job Requirements Class A or B CDL No Air Brake Restriction Must be licensed for Manual and Automatic Transmissions USDOT Medical Certificate (med card) Must meet insurance carrier requirements for driving record Subject to USDOT/FMCSA drug and alcohol testing rules Physical Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to: Regularly (5+ hours per day) sit, stand, see, hear, walk, reach, grasp, fine finger manipulation, wrist flexion, operate foot and hand controls, Frequently (3-4 hours per day) climb, bend, pull/push (up to 60 pounds) Occasionally (1-2 hours per day) Lift (up to 60 pounds), crawl, stoop/crouch, twist Clearly see 20+ feet, with or without corrective lenses and differentiate between colors. Safety Matters: Sunshine operates a modern fleet of vehicles · Dash/drive Cameras in vehicles as well as on board GPS · Tablet technology is used on route and is provided for driver each day · Use of cellular phones and personal electronic devices while driving is prohibited · No smoking or vaping allowed in vehicles

Responsibilities

Operate front load, side load, and roll-off refuse trucks to collect waste and recycling from residential and commercial locations. Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and document route data using a tablet.