CDL A Route Driver Long Haul

WM•Shreveport, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for transporting waste from either a WMHS location or customer location, to a transfer location or processing location.

Requirements

1 year of related experience driving vehicles from at least 5 tons and completion of an accredited driving school is preferred
Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports
May require mandatory immunizations and credentialing based on customer requirements
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A or Class 1/A-Z license
All CMV/CDL drivers must be able to obtain a medical card by a certified medical examiner

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

Responsibilities

Manages assigned routes ensuring that medical waste is transported in a timely and accurate manner.
Responsible for picking up and transporting waste safely according to all federal, state, and local rules and regulations
Plans daily schedule based on WMHS or customer needs by reviewing daily paperwork, e.g., manifest, route sheets, previous VCR, etc. provided by Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher.
Communicates any issues to Transportation Manager/Supervisor and/or Dispatcher for resolution.
Ensures load is secured prior to operating vehicle on public highway.
Ensures that assigned paperwork is completed legibly, neatly, accurately, and completely and returned to Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher, at the time of debriefing, for processing.
Communicates with WMHS Transportation Manager/Supervisor and/or Dispatcher regarding any change to pickups.
Ensures that Route Manager servicing the specific route is aware of any situations outside the norm in order to provide the highest level of customer service.
Reports any problems/issues with accounts to the Transportation Manager/Supervisor and/or Dispatcher before the close of business each day.
Performs a documented pre-trip inspection on vehicles prior to leaving yard to commence route.
Performs a documented post-trip inspection on vehicles prior to being deb debriefed for the day.
Reports any maintenance problems to Transportation Manager/Supervisor and/or Dispatcher for follow-up.
Ensures all defects have been corrected prior to operating the vehicles again.
Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.