Local CDL Route Driver

Hardin Sanitation, a Waste Connections company, is a prominent leader in the waste management industry, providing reliable residential, commercial, and industrial waste collection and disposal services. Located in Meridian, ID, Hardin Sanitation prides itself on safety, customer service, and environmental responsibility. As part of Waste Connections, a leading waste services company operating in North America, Hardin Sanitation benefits from the resources and expertise of a large, yet community-focused organization. The company offers year-round job stability with no seasonal layoffs, competitive pay, and comprehensive employee benefits, making it an attractive employer for those seeking long-term career opportunities in the waste management field. The working environment supports employee growth and advancement, with opportunities for professional development and internal promotions.

The role of Local CDL Garbage Truck Driver at Hardin Sanitation is vital to maintaining the cleanliness and environmental health of the communities served. This full-time position, based in Meridian, ID, offers a Monday through Friday schedule starting at 6:00 am, with work hours typically ranging from 8 to 11 hours depending on route completion. Occasionally, work may be required on Saturdays. Drivers can expect to be home every night, offering a good work-life balance that is important for family and personal commitments. The position comes with a competitive starting pay of $25.00 per hour, based on experience, and includes paid holidays, yearly safety bonuses, a boot allowance, bi-weekly pay, and generous paid time off (PTO).

In this role, drivers will operate automated garbage trucks, including automated side load, front load, and roll-off trucks. Candidates will be cross-trained to ensure versatility and adaptability in service delivery. The driver’s duties involve not only the safe operation of the truck on assigned routes but also performing routine inspections and maintenance checks, operating hydraulic hand controls for lifting and compacting refuse, and ensuring proper disposal of collected waste at designated sites. Physical endurance is required to handle the loading, unloading, and moving of waste bins, as well as cleaning up accidental waste spills whenever necessary.

This position demands a high degree of independence, responsibility, and customer service excellence. Drivers are the face of Hardin Sanitation in the communities they serve and must interact courteously and professionally with customers. Attention to safety is paramount, with adherence to all workplace policies and procedures being mandatory to protect the driver, co-workers, and the public. The company offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans that can be tailored to employee’s family needs, along with wellness programs and 401K retirement plans with company match, ensuring a holistic approach to employee well-being and future planning.

Hardin Sanitation emphasizes a strong safety culture and expects its drivers to perform daily pre and post-trip inspections, maintain vehicle cleanliness, monitor service requirements for customer carts and containers, and complete all necessary reports accurately. This role is suitable for individuals who meet CDL licensing requirements, have a clean driving record, and can thrive in a physically demanding, outdoor work environment. If you are dedicated to delivering excellent waste management services while ensuring safety and professionalism, this position offers a rewarding career with stability, growth, and significant benefits in the thriving region of Meridian, Idaho.