SEMI / TRACTOR-TRAILER DRIVER – CDL REQUIRED

About the role

Drivers in this position operate heavy-duty trucks with additional lifting/loading attachments. Using specialized equipment on their truck, they prepare, load and transport walking floor trailers to and from disposal sites, transfer stations, and recycling facilities. Containers will weigh in excess of 1,000 pounds and, at times, may require maneuvering to pick up. They then transport the contents to a disposal, transfer or recycling facility when the container has reached the legal load capacity. Safe driving is crucial when traveling and maneuvering the truck in high traffic / congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots around other vehicles and under highlines. A high level of skill, especially regarding backing maneuvers, is essential to being successful as a semi / tractor-trailer driver.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty trucks with lifting/loading attachments
• Prepare, load and transport walking floor trailers to disposal sites, transfer stations, and recycling facilities
• Maneuver containers weighing in excess of 1,000 pounds
• Transport contents to disposal, transfer or recycling facilities when legal load capacity is reached
• Drive safely in high traffic, congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots
• Perform backing maneuvers with a high level of skill

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must successfully complete and pass applicable pre-employment background check, driving record review, physical and drug screening
• Ability to perform the physical requirements and demands of the position
• Must reliably commute to the designated work location, and may relocate before beginning employment

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 2 years or more of relevant work experience in transportation, driving or logistics is preferred
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered adequate
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License is required; preference will be given to non-restricted CDL drivers

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to operate large, heavy-duty vehicles
• Ability to drive safely and learn new processes
• Ability to work a consistent work schedule, as punctuality is required
• Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing
• Ability to hear at a level sufficient to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to operate a tablet / basic computer skills
• Maintains a strong work ethic with a focus on safety

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations & Training

• Ability to provide or acquire a current Class A Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License, including air brakes, no restrictions
• Ability to provide or obtain a current, valid DOT Health Card (MEC)
• As assigned or apparent

Benefits

• Competitive pay & overtime hours regularly available
• Company paid employee Health Insurance premium
• Paid Time Off & paid Holidays
• Profit Sharing & 401(k) plus a generous company match, upon eligibility
• Free residential trash service at the employee’s home within WCS service areas
• Company paid DOT Health Card (MEC) renewal for current Drivers
• Uniforms, safety vests and personal protective equipment provided
• Comprehensive on-the-job training / certification provided (including CDL Program and Forklift Certification)
• WCS will help interested candidates earn their CDL (typically a 6-to-8-week Program)
• Stable, year-round employment with continuous growth opportunities
• Frequent employee appreciation events, meals, & recognition