CDL Container Driver

Waste Management, Inc.•Woodland, CA

6d•$26 - $28

About The Position

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on designated routes. The driver follows route assignments, completes required documentation, and works with Route Managers and Dispatch to ensure safe, efficient service. The role requires compliance with OSHA, DOT, and applicable local, state, federal, and company requirements, as well as maintaining a clean and safe vehicle. The position is safety-sensitive and requires strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing, in accordance with government regulations and company policies. The schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 5:30 p.m. The expected base pay range is $26.35–$28.35 per hour. WM describes its mission as helping create a sustainable tomorrow and highlights paid on-the-job training, career progression, and education assistance. Eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package; benefits may vary by site.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 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.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or accredited G.E.D.

Responsibilities

Operate the assigned vehicle in accordance with OSHA, DOT, local, state, and federal requirements and company expectations; maintain a clean and safe vehicle.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR), and document issues for corrective review or repair.
Immediately report unsafe situations or service calls to the Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
Participate and cooperate in scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Route Manager.
Work with Route Managers to improve route efficiency and identify problem or unsafe customer accounts.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other company drivers as directed.
Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Notify Dispatch or the Route Manager of issues according to Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pickups, and other route problems.
Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Completely empty containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
Position containers on customer property with lids properly replaced, containers upright, and driveways and traffic unobstructed.
Follow route assignments throughout the day and complete documentation when checking in at the end of the route.