Waste Connections is looking for a safety conscience Driver Helper to join our GROWING team in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

PAY:

• $21.50 per hour working 50-55 hours a week. Every hour after 40 is paid overtime.

• This position is eligible for safety bonuses

WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US:

• CULTURE: It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed All-stars know what they do is important.

• INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

•Ability to safely operate a garbage truck (excluding driving) on specified routes to collect solid waste.

•Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.

•Help the driver collect the trash and dispose of safely.

•Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading.

•Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.

•Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

•A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, with an occasional Saturday as needed, 40-45 hour work week.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

•Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

•Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.

•The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

•Physical stamina and the ability to be at work at a specific time daily.

•Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at https://careers.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.