Recycling Driver (Side Load/Rear Load)

Job summary

Safely operate a Class 3 collection vehicle to navigate assigned routes and ensure timely waste collection. Maintain clear communication with dispatch and provide professional service to customers while resolving operational issues.

Job details

Waste Control Service (WCS) is a private, locally owned, and operated waste and recycling collections company offering solutions for sustainable management of all things waste. We offer collection services and consultation for both residential communities as well as commercial, industrial, and institutional organizations exclusively in the Greater Vancouver region. WCS is currently looking to add a full-time Class 3 rear/side-load Driver to our fast paced, energetic, and passionate service team. We are searching for a Class 3 Driver (air endorsement required). This position will work in our Coquitlam facility and run around Greater Vancouver. Responsibilities: * Safely operate a Class 3 rear/side-load collection vehicle on assigned routes. * Navigate designated routes efficiently, adhering to schedules and ensuring timely waste collection. * Provide courteous and professional service to customers, addressing any concerns or inquiries related to waste collection. * Identify and resolve issues that may arise during waste collection, such as blocked routes, damaged bins, or equipment malfunctions. * Collaborate with colleagues and other departments to ensure efficient operations and a positive work environment. * Maintain clear communication with dispatch, supervisors, and team members to report progress, issues, and any deviations from the schedule. * Ability to perform very physically demanding job. * Perform daily Pre & Post trip inspections. * Other duties as assigned. To be Successful: * Class 3 License with Air Brakes Endorsement – Class 1 License is preferred. * Two years of experience in the waste management industry is preferred. * Ability to perform physically demanding work. * Ability to work in a diverse and evolving group dynamic. * Demonstrated capability to maintain a positive and respectful atmosphere while working in demanding conditions. * Ability to work with little to no supervisions at times with the added expectation to work in a team environment. What we offer: * Competitive hourly wage: $33.55–$37.28 per hour, with overtime opportunities. * Comprehensive benefits for you and your family, including: * Extended health coverage with up to $500 per practitioner annually. * Dental coverage up to $2,000 per year. * Vision care and additional health benefits. * Annual boot allowance of up to $325 for approved CSA safety footwear. * Opportunity to be assigned your own truck and route once training is successfully completed and a route becomes available. * Guaranteed 40 hours per week with early start times (6:00 a.m.). * Paid training and ongoing opportunities for professional development and career advancement. * Recognition programs, including Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year awards. * Team events and company celebrations held throughout the year. Join a company that values safety, teamwork, respect, and employee development! Waste Control Services has proudly served as an employer of choice for 30 years. If you are passionate about making a difference in the waste management industry and working alongside positive, dedicated individuals, we invite you to apply today! While we appreciate all applicants, only those under further consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Safely operate a Class 3 collection vehicle to navigate assigned routes and ensure timely waste collection. Maintain clear communication with dispatch and provide professional service to customers while resolving operational issues.

Requirements

Requires a Class 3 driver's license with an air brake endorsement and the ability to perform physically demanding work. Two years of experience in the waste management industry is preferred.

Benefits

• Extended health coverage • Dental coverage • Vision care • Annual boot allowance • Paid training • Professional development • Career advancement • Recognition programs

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Class 3 driving
• Air brakes operation
• Route navigation
• Waste collection
• Vehicle inspection
• Customer service
• Problem solving
• Team collaboration
• Communication
• Physical stamina
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Energetic
• Air Brakes
• Training And Development
• Recycling
• Optometry
• Waste Management
• Operations
• Waste Collection
• Sustainable Management
• Collections
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Driver/Loader
• Waste Truck Driver
• Heavy Truck and Lorry Drivers
• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers