CDL Driver Roll Off

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Grants, NM

About The Position

The CDL Driver operates heavy-duty trucks and transports large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the vehicle reaches legal load capacity. Roll-off routes may involve driveways, alleyways, lots, high-traffic roadways, and tight overhead environments. The role requires skilled backing maneuvers and safe, reliable operation of vehicles and equipment. Drivers provide customer pickup service, keep serviced locations clean and free of debris, and are home at night and on weekends, according to the posting. The listed schedule begins at 6 a.m. and continues until the route is complete, typically 8–10 hours daily, Monday through Friday, with Saturdays as needed. The role is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with company, OSHA, DOT, and applicable local, state, and federal safety requirements. Candidates may be subject to pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing.

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 and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
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.
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.
Comply strictly with safety rules and protocols; the position is safety-sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).

Responsibilities

Operate heavy-duty trucks and equipment safely and reliably in accordance with WM safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
Prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations; transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity.
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 as required by WM or the Route Manager.
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 of service interruptions, including 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 assigned routes and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.