Waste Collection Truck Driver CDL Class B Job at CERO Cooperative, Inc., Dorchester, MA

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  • CERO Cooperative, Inc.
  • Dorchester, MA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

CDL Truck Driver – Local Route (Food Waste Collection)

$28/hour starting wage | Path to Worker-Ownership | Weekdays 5:00 AM–12:00 PM

CERO Cooperative, Inc., a Boston-based, worker-owned cooperative, is seeking a responsible, professional CDL truck driver to join our growing organic waste collection team. This is a solid local driving opportunity with a Monday–Friday schedule and the unique chance to become a worker-owner with one of Boston’s leading sustainable W/MBE businesses.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, reliable, and experienced in commercial truck operation.

Compensation & Schedule

  • Starting Pay: $28/hour
  • After 6 Months: Increase to $30/hour
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  • Hours: 35–40 hours per week
  • Pay Frequency: Biweekly
  • Worker-Ownership: Eligible after initial period

Responsibilities

  • Conduct daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections (fluids, tires, safety equipment, etc.)
  • Follow designated routes using the routing app or as assigned by the operations manager
  • Safely operate a garbage truck to collect source-separated organic waste
  • Load and unload totes and containers (must be able to lift/push/pull over 100 lbs)
  • Operate hydraulic hand controls for lifting and disposal at designated facilities
  • Maintain a courteous, professional demeanor with customers
  • Adhere to company policies and all local, state, and federal driving laws
  • Complete route logs and other reports as required
  • Perform preventative maintenance and report issues promptly

Qualifications

  • Valid Class B CDL with air brake endorsement
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2+ years of commercial driving experience
  • Familiarity with GPS , routing apps , and service logs
  • Clean driving record and understanding of DOT regulations
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
  • Basic mechanical knowledge for inspections and troubleshooting
  • Waste collection experience is a plus, but not required.

Working Conditions

  • Physically demanding role: frequent heavy lifting, bending, and climbing
  • Outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including rain and humidity
  • Exposure to vehicle vibration, noise, and refuse odors
  • Moderate noise levels and mechanical hazards present

CERO Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other non-merit factors. We strongly encourage people of color, immigrants, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with lived experience in working-class communities to apply.

Job Tags

Local area, Monday to Friday, Weekday work,

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