CDL Driver Apprentice

Job overview

The CDL Driver Apprentice role is onsite in Scarborough, ME; the hiring range is $23.50–$25.00 per hour. Casella Waste Systems provides waste and environmental services and offers a driver career pathways program. The apprentice obtains a commercial driving permit and completes required CDL instruction and training alongside a driver trainer, continuing until training requirements and the CDL licensing exam and road test are completed. The role supports customer service routes while building safe commercial driving skills.

What you'll do

• Complete CDL instruction and training and work toward the CDL permit and license
• perform vehicle inspections and maintain truck appearance
• operate assigned trucks safely under training and company standards
• follow route assignments and complete route documentation
• provide courteous customer service
• attend required training and meetings
• notify dispatch of service interruptions, incidents, or unsafe situations
• assist the driver with backing maneuvers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cdl driver apprentice

commercial driving

cdl training

waste services

route operations

vehicle inspections

customer service

scarborough me

casella waste systems

$23.50–$25/hr

$2,000 hiring bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Company-paid training, career advancement opportunities, regular merit increases, safety bonus incentives, and a hiring bonus stated in the title.

Why this role

Casella covers training program costs and provides an onboarding and cultural experience at its Rutland, Vermont home office; a $2,000 hiring bonus is stated in the title.

About the employer

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Solid Waste Collection. Sector: 56.