Refuse Truck Driver
Company: Sunshine Disposal Inc
Location: Airway Heights
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: Sunshine Disposal & Recycling has an opening for a
full time Refuse Truck Driver in our Airway Heights, WA business
unit. Job duties include operation of Front load and side load
automated garbage trucks as well as rear load style garbage trucks
in residential and commercial locations. This is a Monday-Friday
shift with a 5:00am start time. Some seasonal overtime may be
required. Current Wage is $28.08 per hour and includes wage bumps
of fifty cents every 6 months up to 36 months of employment; as
well as annual COLA beginning in 2027. Basic computer literacy is
required, and OJT is provided for industry specific programs. Class
B CDL is required a Class A is preferred. Air Brake Certificate and
valid DOT medical card are required. Applicant must be able to pass
application for credentials to operate on Fairchild Air Force Base.
Applicants must meet insurability requirements and comply with US
DOT drug screening rules. Two (2) years CDL driving experience of
similar vehicles is required. This job includes a comprehensive
compensation package: annual COLA raises, paid PTO, paid holidays,
company paid medical/dental/vision for employee (dependent coverage
available at employee cost), company provided Employee Assistance
Plan, 401(k) Plan with match (after meeting eligibility
requirements) and optional accident, life & disability insurance
(employee pays premium). Sunshine Disposal & Recycling is an Equal
Employment Opportunity employer. Benefits: · 401(k) · 401(k)
matching · Dental insurance · Disability insurance · Employee
assistance program · Health insurance · Life insurance · Paid time
off · Vision insurance Sunshine Disposal & Recycling operates a
modern fleet of vehicles. Our fleet uses driver-friendly onboard
computers (tablet style), GPS technology and latest vehicle camera
technology with outward facing and in cab cameras. GENERAL JOB
DUTIES (may be changed as business needs warrant): Arrive to work
on time and receives paperwork and/or tablet. Perform Pre-trip
inspection of the truck. Completes DVIR form in accordance with
state, local and federal regulations. If maintenance is necessary,
reports conditions to Supervisor before moving truck. Heads onto
route when all systems are operating properly. Drive truck as
routed in same geographic area on a daily and weekly basis; using
provided dispatch and route information. Open and close container
lids as needed. Note any maintenance issues with
equipment/containers in tablet or on paper notes. Communicate
effectively with the Route Supervisor and Operations Manager to
ensure that there are no dispatch issues or issues with the route
during the workday. Report any issues encountered immediately to
the Lead Driver or Operations Manager. Returns truck to yard at end
of workday. Perform basic clean out of truck body and cab. Perform
vehicle post trip inspection upon returning to the terminal after
route is completed for the day, Complete post-trip DVIR and let the
Route Supervisor and Maintenance shop know of any maintenance areas
necessary. Submit route work information via tablet data and paper
notes containing extra charges and other customer notes each day.
Attend all necessary meetings as scheduled including safety,
training and other company scheduled meetings at locations as
directed by the company. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Class B CDL with Air Brake Endorsement required.
Class A CDL preferred Valid USDOT Medical Certificate (med card)
required Must meet insurance carrier requirements for driving
record Subject to USDOT/FMCSA drug and alcohol testing rules Must
pass security check for Fairchild Air Force Base access pass.
Safety Matters: · Dash/drive Cameras in vehicles · Use of cell and
personal electronic devices while driving is prohibited Physical
Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be
able to: Regularly (5 hours per day) sit, stand, seeing, hearing,
walk, reach, grasp, fine finger manipulation, wrist flexion,
operate foot and hand controls. Frequently (3-4 hours per day)
climb, bend, pull/push. Occasionally (1-2 hours per day) Lift (up
to 60 pounds), crawl, stoop/crouch, twist Clearly see 20 feet, with
or without corrective lenses and differentiate between colors
Compensation details: 28.08-28.08 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Sunshine Disposal Inc, Spokane Valley , Refuse Truck Driver, Logistics, Transportation & Drivers , Airway Heights, Washington
