CDL Driver Apprentice PTO, Home Daily, Day 1 Benefits
About The Position
The Driver Apprentice trains alongside an experienced WM Driver and/or Driver Trainer to safely operate a commercial vehicle serving customers in the applicable line of business. After obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit, the apprentice completes the required driver training and remains in the role until all training requirements are fulfilled. While working toward the permit and completing training, the apprentice also performs on-route helper duties. This is an on-site, safety-sensitive role requiring compliance with company safety protocols and applicable laws and regulations. The posted base pay is $28 per hour. The position lists a 6:00 AM start and an average 10–12-hour shift; it also describes drivers as home at night and on weekends.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Be able to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to interact with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports.
- Hold a Commercial or Non-commercial Driver’s License Class C or D.
- Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical.
- Comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may be subject to pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing.
Nice To Haves
- Accredited high school diploma or GED.
- Commercial or Non-commercial Class C or D license with a CDL permit.
Responsibilities
- Train with a WM Driver and/or WM Driver Trainer on proper operation of a commercial refuse or recycling vehicle after obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit.
- Operate the vehicle in accordance with WM safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them 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 scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
- Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
- Notify the Operations Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Report service interruptions and potential hazards, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways and receptacles that are too heavy to service.
- Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Operations Manager.
- Empty receptacles completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
- Follow route assignments, complete end-of-day documentation and checkout, and perform scheduled duties or assist other drivers as directed.
- While obtaining the Commercial Driving Permit and completing driver training, work as an on-route helper.
- Manually or mechanically load and empty residential or commercial containers into the truck; containers may be curbside, dockside, carryout, or require pullout.
- Operate the hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into the truck hopper.
- Assist the driver with backing maneuvers while on route.
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
- Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program
- Paid on-the-job training
- Dependent day care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
