CDL Driver- Benefits Day One

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Greencastle, PA

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, depending on the line of business and vehicle. They transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity and provide pickup service for containers holding waste or recyclable material. Commercial Drivers collect customer containers, which may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be maneuvered to a pickup staging area. Residential Drivers collect household waste and recyclables in residential environments. Roll-Off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. Drivers navigate busy roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots; some routes involve tight overhead environments. Skilled backing maneuvers are essential to the role. Drivers operate safely and in compliance with company, OSHA, DOT, and applicable legal requirements. They inspect assigned vehicles before and after trips, document inspections, communicate safety and service issues, attend required training and meetings, follow route assignments, complete end-of-day records, and help meet customer needs. This is a safety-sensitive role requiring compliance with safety protocols and potentially drug and alcohol testing. The posting states that drivers are home at night and on weekends. WM describes itself as a North American environmental solutions provider offering collection, recycling, and disposal services, with sustainability initiatives including recycling, organics, renewable energy, and landfill-gas utilization.

Requirements

No prior experience is required.
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.
At least 18 years of age.
Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
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 a CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Comply strictly with safety rules and protocols; the role is designated safety-sensitive.
May be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing, in accordance with regulations and company policies.
Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if needed for business air travel or access to federal property.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or G.E.D. (accredited).

Responsibilities

Operate heavy-duty trucks and applicable load-lift equipment to collect and transport waste or recyclable materials.
Transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the vehicle reaches legal load capacity.
Collect customer containers; maneuver wheeled containers to pickup staging areas when necessary.
Prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers on roll-off routes.
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 Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Route Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Report service interruptions and potential hazards, including closed or impassable streets, overly heavy receptacles, and safety concerns.
Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Empty receptacles completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Follow assigned routes and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Safely and reliably operate vehicles and/or equipment.