CDL Route Driver

Starting Rates: $21.25 - $25 an hour based on experience

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Red River Waste Solutions is an environmental services company that provides waste management solutions for the communities we serve. As a company that serves many communities throughout the United States, we are looking to add another team member to the RRWS family.

As a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Route Driver with Red River Waste Solutions, you will be responsible for servicing assigned route(s) that has an average of 1000 scheduled stops that collects and hauls the waste and/or recycling materials to a landfill site, transfer station or recycling plant. This position is a very physically demanding job because you will be routinely required to exert physical labor (such as lifting, pushing, and pulling trash receptacles weighing up to approximately 75 lbs. (pounds) from the ground multiple times throughout the workday.) Drivers can/will be exposed to extreme weather conditions and unpleasant odors and sights. The hours and physical demands may vary by route/area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate an RRWS truck follows the compliance of all local, state, and federal regulations as well as company policy.
• The Driver will conduct pre-trip/post-trip inspections, maintain, and update the Driver Logs and Route Sheets.
• Provide waste/recycling collection services based on assigned route(s) for customers by emptying trash/recycling containers into the truck and returning containers neatly back at the curb or designated area. Assist in cleanup of waste spills and/or overflows.
• Complete end-of-day duties such as haul the final collection to the disposal facility, clean truck inside and out, and return equipment to the job site.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism while representing Red River Waste Solutions.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled training, briefings, and meeting as required by Regional Manager.
• Other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Have a valid Class A or B CDL.
  • Entry-level Truck Driver – Less than 3 years of experience.
  • Heavy Truck Driver – More than 3 years of experience.
• Must be registered with DOT/FMCSA Clearinghouse.
• Must have a valid DOT medical card and the Driver cannot have more than three (3) motor vehicle violations within the last three (3) years.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, perform physical labor, and the ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• General Mechanic skills.
• Ability to drive a truck that has either an automatic or manual transmission.
• Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department, or line of business as requested by the Regional Manager.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

• Competitive Wage
• Low-cost Medical insurance with Dental and Vision plans covered 100% for employee.
• 401k – Full-Time employment after 6 months- RRWS will match .50 cents on the dollar up to 6%.
• PTO after 1 year of Employment.
• Paid Holidays.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Red River Waste Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training