Hiring in Tipton:Transfer Trailer Driver | Apply Now
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Primary Details
- Job Title: Transfer Trailer Driver
- Worksite: Tipton, IA
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- This Tipton-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Tipton, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Tipton, a key hub for the Transportation And Waste Logistics industry.
Pay & Perks
- Pay: $26-$34/Hour (approx. $62.9k/Year)
- Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
- Clear growth pathways at our Tipton office.
Position Scope
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Transportation And Waste Logistics space in Tipton.
Company Overview: Waste Management operates a massive bulk transportation network connecting regional transfer stations to engineered landfill facilities using high-capacity commercial tractor-trailers.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: Operating Class A commercial tractor-trailers, the Transfer Trailer Driver transports bulk solid waste and recyclable commodities from transfer stations to disposal facilities. You position top-loading transfer trailers under loading hoppers, secure heavy top tarps, navigate regional highway routes safely, and operate hydraulic walking-floor or tipper unloaders at disposal sites. You conduct mandatory pre-trip and post-trip commercial inspections, maintain weight compliance logs, and adhere strictly to DOT safety regulations. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site driving presence (no work-from-home capability).
Qualifications & Benefits: Requires a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A), clean motor vehicle record, valid DOT medical card, and 2+ years of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience. Includes top-tier Class A hourly pay, safety performance bonuses, complete health/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and home-daily work schedules.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Transfer Trailer Driver | Apply Now position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $26 - $34. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Tipton.
Where is this Transfer Trailer Driver | Apply Now job located?
This position is based in Tipton, IA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Tipton.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
Waste Management typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Tipton position.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.
What does a typical day look like as a Transfer Trailer Driver | Apply Now?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an Waste Management delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Tipton area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
