Driver - CDL B required
Now hiring full time driver for local routes. This is a union position (Teamsters 305). CDL B is required for all driving positions, some CDL A work is available. Position can be extremely physical. All drivers must exit their vehicles for manual activities throughout the day. These activities can vary by truck type but some examples include: loading glass bins, collecting extra material next to containers, moving front load containers in and out of enclosures, cleaning out trucks at the end of the day, etc.
Skills required:
- CDL class B
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Experience backing large vehicles into tight areas
All trucks operate with on-board computer systems and digital video recording devices. Pride is known as one of the most technologically advanced solid waste companies in the state of Oregon. Many trucks in our fleet operate with CNG (Compressed Natural Gas).
Pride Disposal & Recycling Company supports a drug-free work environment. After a job offer is made, we conduct DOT Drug testing. Random drug screens are also done on a quarterly basis. Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record is required. E-Verify is completed when employment begins.
Union benefit package including medical premium for you and your dependents primarily paid for by the company.
Starting Wage for CDL license holder: $27.47/hour (85% of union scale). This starting wage is negotiable based on experience. Full union scale is $32.32/hour
Vacation Time: All incoming employees accrue 80 hours of vacation time in their first year of employment. Incoming CDL drivers with 5 or more years of CDL driving experience in the solid waste industry within the past 8 years will start accruing 120 hours in their first year of employment.
Other Benefits:
- Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) paid for you and your dependents. Employees contribute $50/month.
- Union pension
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
- $50 premium paid for holidays worked (in additional to holiday pay)
- Vacation time (see above)
- Paid sick time
- Referral bonus (if referred by current Pride employee, eligible for $500 after 6 months of employment, eligible for $1,000 if you have recent industry driving experience).
Our company application must be completed to be considered for this job. Please do not just send your resume. Application can be found here.
Completed applications can be emailed, faxed (503-625-6179), or delivered to our office. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8-4:30, located at 13980 SW Tualatin Sherwood Road, Sherwood, Oregon.
Pride Disposal & Recycling Co. is an equal opportunity employer. We believe equity, diversity, and inclusion are critical to our success. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.