CDL Driver
Salary$47 – $58/hr
Location4024-Milpitas Sanitation Inc.
Also inSanta Clara, CA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience3+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 14, 2026 · 4w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement
Clean driving record
Minimum 3 years of experience directly related to duties and responsibilities
Basic knowledge of truck components for pre- and post-trip inspections
Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes
Ability to read route sheets and service customers
Ability to perform physically demanding work, loading and unloading
Ability to operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse
Courteous interaction with customers
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Waste experience preferred but not required
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English
Skills
garbage truck
Benefits
Union benefits
About the role
Garden City Sanitation, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious CDL Driver to join our team in Santa Clara, CA!
Benefits
This is a union position with union benefits. The starting wage is $46.70/hour for the first 120 days of probation. The pay scale for this job is $46.70 - $58.38/hour.
The typical schedule is Monday-Friday starting at either 4:00am, 5:30am, or 6:30am depending on which line of business you are working that day.
Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Ability to safely operate a garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience preferred but not required.
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Ability to read route sheets and service each customer identified on the sheet or assigned by the dispatcher.
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Perform routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.
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Ability to perform a physically demanding job, loading and unloading, at times with no helpers.
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Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift/load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.
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Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:
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Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
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Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.
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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.
Requirements
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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Valid Class A or B CDL with air brakes endorsement.
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Clean driving record.
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Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Minimum 3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
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Basic knowledge of truck components in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspections.
Hiring process
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.
Legal
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
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