Front Load Garbage Driver

Collective Waste Solutions is looking to hire full-time permanent Front Load Truck Driver for our Calgary waste and recycling operations. This is a full-time permanent position based out of our Calgary shop. You will be responsible for the safe operation of the Front Load equipment while loading and unloading a variety of waste from various residential collection sites to approved disposal locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Successfully, safely, efficiently and responsibly operate all assigned equipment and meeting assigned pick-up and delivery schedules.
• Conduct daily pre and post-trip inspections and ensure all safety paperwork are maintained and completed as required.
• Perform work assignments received from Field Supervisor in a timely manner, normally without close supervision.
• Prepare, maintain and present work orders, equipment maintenance, incident and safety reports as required, and communicate with Field Supervisor regularly.
• Promptly taking a proactive approach to assess and mitigate hazardous conditions to ensure that all safety and operational activities are successful.

Qualifications:

• High School or GED equivalent is required.
• Class 3 license with air brake "Q" endorsement is required.
• Class 1A license is an asset.

Skills and Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of truck driving experience.
• Previous waste collection industry and operating waste collection vehicles experience is required.
• General mechanical aptitude by possessing knowledge of trucks and operational equipment.
• Proven organizational and time management skills and ability to adapt to changes in short notice.
• Clear communication and spotting techniques.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, sitting for extended periods of time, and repetitive movements.
• Shifts may require occasional extension to ensure work is fully completed.

Additional position information:

• Pre-access drug and alcohol testing will be conducted.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete a background check.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 50.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• waste collection: 1 year (preferred)
• front load truck operating: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 3 with Air Brake endorsement (required)

Work Location: In person