CDL Driver- Class A - Transfer Trailer

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•South Bend, IN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Safely operates a tractor-trailer or a straight truck with a pup trailer (or other vehicle requiring a Class A CDL) to perform assigned duties on designated routes. This position offers opportunity for advancement. The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family. Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work. We are committed to growth: 100% tuition paid for benefits eligible employees and their family, and established career progression. We are investing in you: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

Requirements

1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years
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
Must be at least 18 years of age
Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A Upon Hire
Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations Upon Hire
Successfully complete DOT pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

Industry Experience is Preferred
High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

Responsibilities

Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.
Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard eDVIR (electronic Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on eDVIR form for corrective review/repair.
Immediately reports any unsafe situations or unscheduled service calls to Operations Manager and Dispatch before attempting service.
Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Operations Manager.
Works closely with Operations Managers and Dispatch to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager and Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
Notifies Operations Manager and Dispatch of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, services that cannot be completed, or problems that arise on the route.
Communicates customer requests, issues, or service changes to Operations Manager and Dispatch.
Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
Positions containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.