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The hiring leader, on the record
You have opened a hundred postings that all sound the same. Nothing here does.
These are excerpts from one recorded conversation with the hiring manager for this role. The problems, the team, what good looks like in year one. Not a culture video. Not a scraped job description. One conversation, straight to you.
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Combat Medic to Trash Turcks Excerpt 1 of 3 — the hiring manager, in their own words
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Military transition Excerpt 2 of 3 — the hiring manager, in their own words
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Like Flying a Spaceship Excerpt 3 of 3 — the hiring manager, in their own words
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Operate commercial vehicles to deliver safe, timely, professional waste and recycling collection service.
- Industry
- Environmental
- Location
- Burlington, Vermont
- Employment
- Full time
What this role is measured on
Complete daily commercial and residential collection routes safely and efficiently, averaging 300-500 pickups per shift. Perform accurate daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections in line with DOT standards; report and respond to mechanical concerns proactively. Use onboard computer systems and routing software to maintain service accuracy and real-time updates.
Represent the company professionally during customer interactions; resolve or escalate service issues within one shift. Adhere to safety protocols, municipal regulations, and environmental guidelines, achieving zero preventable incidents over a 90-day window.
The full conversation
The whole thing, unedited. Every clip above was cut from this one recording: the hiring manager for this role describing the problems, the team, and what they need in the seat. Nobody wrote them a script.
Full job description The complete posting, as the client wrote it
The Mission
Operate commercial vehicles to deliver safe, timely, professional waste and recycling collection service.
Performance Objectives
Complete daily commercial and residential collection routes safely and efficiently, averaging 300-500 pickups per shift.
Perform accurate daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections in line with DOT standards; report and respond to mechanical concerns proactively.
Use onboard computer systems and routing software to maintain service accuracy and real-time updates.
Represent the company professionally during customer interactions; resolve or escalate service issues within one shift.
Adhere to safety protocols, municipal regulations, and environmental guidelines, achieving zero preventable incidents over a 90-day window.
Navigate route changes and last-minute adjustments with minimal disruption to service or team operations.
Fit Traits
Mission-Focused. Committed to protecting community health and upholding the company's reputation as a people-first operation.
Veteran-Aligned. Clear chain of command, structured ops, and a team-first environment echo military unit cohesion.
Growth-Driven. Willing to cross-train, learn advanced vehicles or systems, and step into broader logistics or fleet leadership roles.
Adaptable and Resilient. Operates effectively in early morning, solo-route, or weather-dependent conditions.
Safety-Disciplined. Treats vehicle and route ownership as a matter of personal integrity and team accountability.
Requirements
- Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard.
- 5+ years of experience in operations, production, or logistics leadership.
- Valid CDL (Class A or B) -- if not current, company-sponsored CDL training is provided.
- Clean driving record and ability to pass DOT medical screening.
- Strong mechanical understanding or willingness to learn vehicle care protocols.
- Comfortable operating under early morning or off-shift conditions.
Benefits
- Company-paid CDL training and license acquisition.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Veteran apprenticeship programs and continued learning pathways.
- Tool reimbursement and uniform allowance.
- Family-first scheduling where possible.
- Career growth within logistics, fleet, and leadership tracks.