**Waste Connections** is looking for a safety conscious **CDL Garbage Truck Driver** to join the team at our location in **Hazard,** **KY** . In this position you will be operating a rear load garbage truck on a residential route. This is a very physical working outside in all weather conditions, requiring regular heavy lifting and climbing in and out of the truck. Monday-Friday day shift starting around 5:30am, with an occasional Saturdays as needed. Averaging about 45 hours a week. **Job Description:** + Performs complete pre-trip inspection including, but not limited to, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges and controls. + Drives heavy diesel truck to and from customer locations and disposal area(s). + Moves waste bin to position accessible by truck and closes all enclosure gates, as necessary. + Operates hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility. + Cleans waste from the packer blade and truck body on each landfill or transfer station run. + Courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors. + Cleans up the area around accidental waste spills. + Reads route sheets to determine day’s schedule and services each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by dispatcher or supervisor. + Completes required route/productivity sheets, Vehicle Condition Reports (VCRs) and other forms. + Performs all driver check-in procedures upon returning to the facility at the end of the day. + Follows all safety policies and procedures. + Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Requirements: + Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement + As verified by a current MVR/driver abstract, must meet all qualifications as defined under DOT regulation 49 CFR 383.51 + Equivalent of high school diploma or G.E.D. certification + Have knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre-and post-trip inspection + Possess a clean safety and driving record + Be able to learn and use interpersonal skills relating to good customer service + Be able to lift 50 pounds 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._**