Waste Connections is looking for a safety conscience Driver Helper to join our growing team in Selmer, TN.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to safely operate on and around a garbage truck 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.

• 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, 50 hour + work week.

• Other duties as assigned

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:

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

• Ability to perform physical duties of the position.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.