CDL Driver Apprentice

Casella Waste Systems • Brattleboro, VT • 3h ago

This job was posted by https://www.vermontjoblink.com : For more information, please see: https://www.vermontjoblink.com/jobs/1358711

The CDL Driver Apprentice will obtain a Commercial Driving Permit and complete the Federally required CDL instruction and training to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle providing service to customers in their respective Line of Business (LOB) while working alongside a knowledgeable Casella Waste Driver Trainer. The incumbent will continue in the apprentice role until all training requirements are completed and they have passed the CDL licensing exam and road test.

**Are you ready to begin your career as a Casella Driver and commit to the successful completion of a CDL program? Casella will cover all costs associated with the training program and provide you an onboarding and cultural experience at our Home Office in Rutland, VT, where the company was founded in 1975!

Drivers at Casella participate in aCareer PathwaysProgramthat offers exceptionalAdvancement Opportunity, Regular Merit Increases,andSafety Bonus Incentives.

Hiring range for this position is \$22-\$24 per hour based on experience.

Key Responsibilities**

Performs pre/post trip inspections of assigned vehicle in accordance

with Casella safety standards as well as state and federal regulations; ensures all safety equipment and devices are operational and secured properly in vehicle; maintains appearance of truck in accordance with company standards.

Performs and exhibits dedication to safe operation of roll rear

load, front load, side load, roll off trucks on streets, highways, customer sites, and construction sites.

Provides a distinguishably different level of service through

courteous interactions with all customers and provides service in a timely manner; exhibits a positive attitude towards company, customer and municipal goals.

Follows route assignments and completes end of day documentation;

completes all assigned company and federally mandated paperwork accurately.

Completes assigned route sheet for one Line of Business (LOB);

empties all receptacles, places bins serviced at any location back where they were picked up in the upright position and cleans area around accidental waste spills.

Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs and

meetings as required by Casella or Manager.

Notifies Dispatch immediately of any customer requests, service

interruptions, incidents, accidents, property damage, or unsafe situations.

Always exhibits an ability to be observant and aware of surroundings

and is mindful of all laborers on the truck and demonstrates an ability to use problem solving skills.

Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.

Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand

knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Career Path Definitions & Distinctions

Apprentice:Completes training for Helper safety (Rear Load Residential), customer service training and required training to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle while providing service to customers in their line of business. Obtains CDL Permit.\ Class I Driver:Demonstrates the ability to complete assigned route sheet for 1 Line of Business as well as ability to complete tasks necessary as to one of the following: Rear load, front load, side load, roll off trucks.\ Class II Driver:Demonstrates the ability to complete assigned route sheet for 2 Lines of Business as well as ability to complete tasks necessary as to two of the following: Rear load, front load, side load, roll off trucks. Shows a development of improvement of communication skills with customers and coworkers.Exhibits evidence of increased knowledge of the company and industry. Illustrates an ability to be a mentor to new employees.\ Class III Driver:Demonstrates the ability to complete assigned route sheet for 3 Lines of Business as well as ability to complete tasks necessary as to three of the following: Rear load, front load, side load, roll off trucks. Demonstrates an increased effort of providing positive contributions to the community on behalf of the community. Displays a capability to participate in training and development of new employees.\ Lead Driver:Demonstrates the ability to develop driver training plans and coach employees to achieve successful outcomes. Exhibits the ability to complete assigned route sheets for all lines of business. Provides courteous customer service and communicates professionally with. Actively participates in the companys progress with the career paths program and helps drivers to move up in their careers.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, must be at least 18 years of age, hold a state issued standard CDL Drivers Class B permit with air brake endorseme

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