Kahut Waste Services CDL Driver - TRANSFORCE : Job Details

Kahut Waste Services, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious CDL Driver to join our team in Clackamas & Canby, Oregon. Schedule is Monday-Friday starting at 5:30 AM and goes until the route is completed. This route typically averages about 45 hours a week. Starting wage is $32.25/HR. Safety Sensitive Position: YES A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DRIVER: Click here to learn more: WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US! CULTURE: It's a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed All-stars know what they do is important. INTEGRITY: Our definition is saying what you will do and then doing it! We keep our promises to our customers and our employees. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In this position you will be operating multiple types of waste vehicles such as flat bed delivery truck, glass recycle truck, automated side load truck, on specified routes depending on business needs.
• Ability to read route tablet and service each customer identified on the route tablet 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.
• Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and dispose of trash/recycle at designated facilities.
• Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting (50+ pounds), pushing, or pulling required of objects over 100 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.
• Must be willing to start route in either Canby or Clackamas depending on business needs.
• Employment eligibility contingent on passing a pre-employment drug panel screening, motor vehicle report and criminal background check.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Yearly Boot Allowance of $300.00
• Yearly Safety Bonus up to $1,750.00

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com. Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest. 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 . Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.