Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Turn trash into opportunity — build a career that keeps communities running.

At Patriot Disposal, our drivers do more than collect waste — they keep communities, neighborhoods, businesses, and job sites running every day. We are a family-first company that values hard work, safety, reliability, and treating people with respect.

If you are a professional CDL driver looking for steady year-round work, competitive weekly pay, strong benefits, and the ability to be home every day , this is a career opportunity worth considering. Waste and recycling is essential work — it does not slow down when the seasons change, and it remains one of the most stable industries in the economy.

We are looking for a dependable Automatic Side-Load Driver (ASL) who takes pride in safe driving, reliable service, good communication, and doing the job the right way. This role is a great fit for someone who wants stability, responsibility, and a long-term home with a growing company.

Job Description

The Driver safely operates a residential collection truck equipped with automatic side‑load (ASL) equipment to collect waste and/or recyclables from wheeled carts on assigned routes. The driver provides timely, courteous service while following all safety, DOT, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a residential refuse truck equipped with automatic side‑loading arm to collect carts along assigned routes.
• Use in‑cab joystick or control panel to position, grab, lift, and dump carts into the hopper while maintaining safe, "eyes‑forward" operation.
• Follow daily route sheets, maps, and onboard routing systems to complete all stops within scheduled timeframes.
• Maintain constant awareness of surroundings, including pedestrians, traffic, parked vehicles, low branches, and other obstacles.
• Handle occasional extra or bulky items in accordance with company guidelines and local regulations.
• Perform daily pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections of the truck and ASL arm, reporting defects or maintenance needs promptly.
• Monitor cart condition and contamination issues, communicating problems to dispatch or supervisors as needed.
• Adhere to all DOT regulations, company safety rules, and local ordinances, including safe backing procedures and proper PPE use.
• Interact professionally with customers, responding politely to questions or concerns encountered on the route.
• Accurately complete required paperwork or electronic logs, including route sheets, inspection reports, scale tickets, and incident reports.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid Class B (or higher) Commercial Driver's License with air‑brake endorsement (as required by state/local regulations).
• Minimum 1-2 years of commercial driving experience; prior refuse industry or automated collection experience preferred.
• Experience or strong aptitude for operating automatic side‑load equipment from the cab.
• Driving record that meets company and insurance standards.
• Ability to pass required background checks, drug/alcohol screens, and DOT physical.
• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow).
• Frequent climbing in and out of the truck cab; occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of up to 50 pounds.
• Typical workday up to 10--11 hours with early‑morning start times; overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on route needs.

Skills

• Solid knowledge of safe operation of heavy trucks, hydraulic systems, and automated collection equipment.
• Ability to maneuver safely in tight residential streets, cul‑de‑sacs, alleys, and congested areas.
• Strong situational awareness and hazard recognition skills.
• Effective communication with dispatch, supervisors, and customers; ability to use onboard computers or handheld devices.
• Strong time‑management skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Why Join Us?

This isn’t just another job — this is a chance to build, lead, and grow with a company that’s going places.

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Home daily
• Paid weekly
• Boot Reimbursement
• Year-round work
• Job stability
• Real career growth opportunities as we expand.
• Strong leadership team focused on operational excellence.
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match.
• Paid time off + holidays.
• Company-provided gear and PPE for operations jobs.

The Bottom Line

If you’re ready to take ownership, lead from the front, and make an impact in a fast-growing company, we want to talk to you.

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