Driver Helper

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a Driver Helper/ Driver in Training to join our team in Oak Ridge, TN . Our Driver Helper will work directly with the Truck Driver to ensure safe and proper garbage removal on the assigned route. We seek individuals with a leadership mentality and desire to grow with promotional opportunities in this role.

Responsibilities

• Collect solid waste materials from customer locations and load into the waste collection truck.
• Assist driver in safe operation of the vehicle by directing the driver in backing, traffic control, and tight space maneuvering.
• Operate equipment on the garbage truck to compact trash.
• Audit the garbage truck for proper equipment prior to leaving for route.

Requirements

• Willing to obtain Class A or B CDL for future growth opportunities!
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift at least 50lbs repeatedly.

Pay

$20.00/hr Schedule: 6:30am start time averaging approximately 9-11 hours/day.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation.
• Safety Bonuses – Get rewarded for your safe habits.
• Yearly Boot Stipend and Company Uniforms provided.
• Plans – Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account options.
• Generous matching 401(K).
• Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays.
• We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K.

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