CDL Box Truck Driver – Residential Hazardous Waste

WM • West Haven, UT

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About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks and transport waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities. This position involves collecting residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuvering a vehicle in residential environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. The role requires careful backing and may involve maneuvering wheeled containers to pickup areas.

Drivers follow assigned routes, complete vehicle inspections and required documentation, comply with safety and regulatory requirements, and communicate service issues, incidents, customer requests, and hazards to Operations Management or Dispatch. The position is designated safety-sensitive and requires compliance with company safety protocols and applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements.

The listed pay is $30.00, and the schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving experience within the last seven years.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
• 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.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical.
• Hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
• Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role is safety-sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing under government regulations and company policies.

Nice To Haves

• Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate the vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Perform and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
• Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend and participate in required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
• Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
• Report incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager.
• Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles that are too heavy to service, and potential safety hazards.
• Communicate customer requests to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Completely empty receptacles and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
• Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
• Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
• Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver the vehicle in residential settings.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Stock purchase plan
• Company matching on a 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Personal days
• Education assistance
• Paid on-the-job training
• Career progression

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed