Non-Union Relief Driver (Frederickson, WA)

at Waste Connections

Record last updated: 7/9/2026 6:57:04 AM

Current Days Open
33
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$37.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$38.50 (Hourly)
Historical Days Open
84
First Seen
3/13/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$37.00 (Hourly)
7/9/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$38.50 (Hourly)
7/9/2026

Full Job Description

LeMay/PCR, a Waste Connections company, is hiring a Non-Union Relief Driver in Frederickson, Washington. This is a great opportunity for experienced CDL drivers seeking local, consistent routes, top-tier pay, and a company that values safety, stability, and a work-life balance. As a Non-Union Relief Driver, youll operate a garbage truck on assigned routes to safely collect and transport solid waste while performing physically demanding work and delivering excellent customer service. Pay & Schedule Starting Pay Range: $37.00 $38.50 per hour (based on experience) Schedule: Monday to Friday, starting at 5:00 AM and continuing until the route is completed. Averaging approximately 45 hours per week, with occasional overtime and Saturday shifts as needed. Key Responsibilities Operate a garbage truck on local routes to collect solid waste Follow route sheets and dispatcher instructions to service customers Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections, checking fluids, tires, and safety equipment Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift and load refuse Perform physically demanding work, including loading/unloading waste without assistance Interact courteously with customers and perform other related duties as assigned Working Conditions & Physical Effort Requires extensive physical activity, including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including frequent wet/humid conditions, fumes, and vibration The work environment includes moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels Must follow all safety protocols and procedures Minimum Job Requirements Valid Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement At least 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English High school diploma or equivalent preferred Basic knowledge of truck components for conducting pre- and post-trip inspections This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review. Why Join Waste Connections? Local routes be home every night Highly competitive pay Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and more Opportunities for career growth in a stable, nationwide company Work with a team that values safety, integrity, and environmental responsibility To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions. We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future." A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. LeMay/PCR, a Waste Connections company, is hiring a Non-Union Relief Driver in Frederickson, Washington. This is a great opportunity for experienced CDL drivers seeking local, consistent routes, top-tier pay, and a company that values safety, stability, and a work-life balance. As a Non-Union Relief Driver, youâll operate a garbage truck on assigned routes to safely collect and transport solid waste while performing physically demanding work and delivering excellent customer service. Pay & Schedule Starting Pay Range: $37.00 â $38.50 per hour (based on experience) Schedule: Monday to Friday, starting at 5:00 AM and continuing until the route is completed. Averaging approximately 45 hours per week, with occasional overtime and Saturday shifts as needed. Key Responsibilities Operate a garbage truck on local routes to collect solid waste Follow route sheets and dispatcher instructions to service customers Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections, checking fluids, tires, and safety equipment Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift and load refuse Perform physically demanding work, including loading/unloading waste without assistance Interact courteously with customers and perform other related duties as assigned Working Conditions & Physical Effort Requires extensive physical activity, including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including frequent wet/humid conditions, fumes, and vibration The work environment includes moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels Must follow all safety protocols and procedures Minimum Job Requirements Valid Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement At least 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in English High school diploma or equivalent preferred Basic knowledge of truck components for conducting pre- and post-trip inspections This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen, background check, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review. Why Join Waste Connections? Local routes â be home every night Highly competitive pay Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and more Opportunities for career growth in a stable, nationwide company Work with a team that values safety, integrity, and environmental responsibility To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions. We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future." A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees. OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who is making important contributions on a daily basis that will make a positive impact on those around you. We appreciate that you are a person of integrity who takes pride in the work you do. Our Opportunities BUILD TALENT FROM WITHIN People who want to gain valuable professional experience will find that Waste Connections is a fantastic place to work. Youll enjoy the opportunity for beneficial training and professional development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and lead the way to a more promising future. LETS REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER Bring your passion to succeed and youll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, youll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. Bring your passion to succeed and youll quickly discover that great opportunities and people are all around you. We operate a highly decentralized structure, so we look for energetic individuals who can demonstrate individual initiative and creativity and prefer a work hard/play hard team environment and culture. At Waste Connections, diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We hire and empower great, capable people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lead with our values. For more than 20 years, we have maintained a culture of safety, integrity and service to build a great place to work. Our culture is built on taking care of each other and the communities we serve.

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