JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Through supply chain challenges and an ongoing labor shortage, businesses nationwide are feeling the pressure.
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One of the local wastewater management services in our area is feeling that weight, putting on a hiring event today to help get more trucks back on the roads.
The Jacksonville Florida division of Waste Pro hosted a one-day hiring event for drivers, driver trainees, mechanics and technicians.
The fair runs until 1 pm.
This comes as curbside recycling will be returning to Jacksonville on April 4, about six months after it was paused.
One of Waste Pro’s most critical needs: qualified drivers.
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Applicant Johnathan Lee walked through the doors after hearing about the job opportunity from a family member.
“I’m feeling pretty confident and pretty good,” Lee said. “It’s not my first rodeo.”
Lee said he’s ready for something new.
“I’ve been doing security and everything else, and I’m kind of tired of being in one little spot,” Lee said. “I want to get out and move around a little bit more.”
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Waste Pro leaders said they’ve been in a bind for about two years, as the nationwide staffing shortage has been felt right here at home.
As a result, wages have increased by 30%.
There’s are also sign-on, retention and referral bonuses up to $5,000.
Waste Pro said they are dedicated to finding ways to reduce service disruptions and to resume residential recycling collections.
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Waste Pro Corporate Communications Manager Melissa Catalanotto shared this statement:
“Like all industries across the nation, Waste Pro has been impacted by the ongoing driver shortage, labor pool drought, and supply chain delays. The demand for qualified drivers and helpers continues to outpace supply. We have enhanced recruitment efforts including hiring a full-time recruiter to assist with job placement in the Jacksonville metro market area. In addition, we have increased wages by 30% and we are actively working to train new drivers and helpers. Waste Pro’s Jacksonville Division has implemented increased recruiting efforts as well as sign-on, retention, and referral bonuses up to $5,000 in order to remain competitive in the local market and attract qualified candidates. Waste Pro is committed to proactively finding ways to mitigate service disruptions and resume residential recycling collections. Our management is in regular communication with the city of Jacksonville and will continue to work closely with City staff. We appreciate your patience.”
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Drivers seeking positions must have a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) in addition to their motor vehicle record, DOT medical card, and driver’s license. Road test interviews will be conducted on site.
Drivers and helpers are eligible for safety awards of up to $10,000, with qualified drivers able to earn $10,000 and helpers, $5,000.
Interested candidates can view open positions and apply HERE.
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