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The CDL Driver Apprentice will obtain a Commercial Driving Permit and
complete the Federally required CDL instruction and training to safely
operate a commercial motor vehicle providing service to customers in
their respective Line of Business (LOB) while working alongside a
knowledgeable Casella Waste Driver Trainer. The incumbent will continue
in the apprentice role until all training requirements are completed and
they have passed the CDL licensing exam and road test.
Are you ready to begin your career as a Casella Driver and commit to
the successful completion of a CDL program? Casella will cover all costs
associated with the training program and provide you an onboarding and
cultural experience at our Home Office in Rutland, VT, where the company
was founded in 1975!
Drivers at Casella participate in aCareer PathwaysProgramthat offers
exceptionalAdvancement Opportunity, Regular Merit Increases,andSafety
Bonus Incentives.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs pre/post trip inspections of assigned vehicle in accordance
with Casella safety standards as well as state and federal
regulations; ensures all safety equipment and devices are
operational and secured properly in vehicle; maintains appearance of
truck in accordance with company standards.
- Performs and exhibits dedication to safe operation of roll rear
load, front load, side load, roll off trucks on streets, highways,
customer sites, and construction sites.
- Provides a distinguishably different level of service through
courteous interactions with all customers and provides service in a
timely manner; exhibits a positive attitude towards company,
customer and municipal goals.
- Follows route assignments and completes end of day documentation;
completes all assigned company and federally mandated paperwork
accurately.
- Completes assigned route sheet for one Line of Business (LOB);
empties all receptacles, places bins serviced at any location back
where they were picked up in the upright position and cleans area
around accidental waste spills.
- Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs and
meetings as required by Casella or Manager.
- Notifies Dispatch immediately of any customer requests, service
interruptions, incidents, accidents, property damage, or unsafe
situations.
- Always exhibits an ability to be observant and aware of surroundings
and is mindful of all laborers on the truck and demonstrates an
ability to use problem solving skills.
- Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.
- Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand
knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs
any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our
mission, and/or abide by our core values.
Career Path Definitions & Distinctions
Apprentice:Completes training for Helper safety (Rear Load
Residential), customer service training and required training to safely
operate a commercial motor vehicle while providing service to customers
in their line of business. Obtains CDL Permit.\
Class I Driver:Demonstrates the ability to complete assigned route
sheet for 1 Line of Business as well as ability to complete tasks
necessary as to one of the following: Rear load, front load, side load,
roll off trucks.\
Class II Driver:Demonstrates the ability to complete assigned
route sheet for 2 Lines of Business as well as ability to complete tasks
necessary as to two of the following: Rear load, front load, side load,
roll off trucks. Shows a development of improvement of communication
skills with customers and coworkers.Exhibits evidence of increased
knowledge of the compan and industry. Illustrates an ability to be a
mentor to new employees.\
Class III Driver:Demonstrates the ability to complete assigned
route sheet for 3 Lines of Business as well as ability to complete tasks
necessary as to three of the following: Rear load, front load, side
load, roll off trucks. Demonstrates an increased effort of providing
positive contributions to the community on behalf of the community.
Displays a capability to participate in training and development of new
employees.\
Lead Driver:Demonstrates the ability to develop driver training
plans and coach employees to achieve successful outcomes. Exhibits the
ability to complete assigned route sheets for all lines of business.
Provides courteous customer service and communicates professionally
with. Actively participates in the companys progress with the career
paths program and helps drivers to move up in their careers.
Education, Experience & Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, must be
at least 18 years of age, hold a state issued standard CDL Drivers Class
B permit with air bra