Waste Collection Driver (Front Load) - CDL

Coastal Waste & Recycling • Full-time • Miami, Florida • 2w ago

Overview

Drive Into the Future as a Front Load Waste Collection Driver!

Are you ready to take the wheel and drive change in your community?

Coastal Waste and Recycling is looking for a dedicated Front Load (FEL) Waste Collection Driver to join our team and deliver top-notch waste disposal and recycling services.

About Us:

Coastal Waste and Recycling is growing a privately owned, locally operated solid waste disposal and recycling company headquartered out of Boca Raton, Florida.

At Coastal Waste and Recycling, our company culture is based on integrity. We do the right things for our employees, customers, community, and environment. Because we are focused on doing the right things, accountability, safety, environmental stewardship, and customer service are organic to our culture.

What’s In It For You:

Highly Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Health Benefits Package
401(k) Plan with Company Matching Program
Various Employee-Centric Perks and Initiatives
Opportunities for Overtime Pay
Opportunities for Professional Development and Growth

Responsibilities

Your Role:

Commercial Drivers at Coastal Waste & Recycling are the backbone of our operations. As a Front Load (FEL) waste collection driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection and transportation of waste and recyclables. This role requires excellent driving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

- Operate a commercial front end loader vehicle along assigned routes to customers and disposal sites
- Deliver, transport and/or unload container with materials at designated locations/dump site
- Return container to original location
- Operate electronic devices to log/report information
- Communicate with dispatch personnel
- Report delays due to road conditions, accidents, or breakdowns to management
- Reporting all container related issues and needs to dispatch and management
- Keep truck and associated equipment, clean, safe and in good working order
- Perform truck inspections pre and post trip
- Safely collect commercial waste/recyclable materials from designated locations
- Safely operate all vehicle controls for lifting and loading
- Safely operate compacters to dispose of material
- Follow all applicable traffic laws and regulations
- Ensure that all required personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record
Proven experience as a CDL driver, preferably in the waste management industry
Knowledge of local geography and road networks
Strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures
Ability to operate and maintain waste collection vehicles and equipment
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Physical stamina to handle the demands of the job, including lifting and operating heavy equipment
Shifts may vary, 40+ hours per week (overtime available)
Must be able to safely lift and move 50lbs or more at a time
Able to sit in trailer cab for extended periods of time