CDL Driver, Residential- PTO, Benefits Day 1, Home Daily
About The Position
Residential Drivers collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver heavy-duty vehicles in residential environments. Drivers operate trucks with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity, and may need to maneuver wheeled containers to pickup areas. The work involves navigating high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, where skilled backing maneuvers are essential. Drivers operate in accordance with company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws. They inspect assigned vehicles before and after trips, document inspections, report safety and service issues, follow route assignments, communicate customer requests and service interruptions, ensure receptacles are fully emptied and customer locations are left clean, complete end-of-day documentation, and assist other drivers as directed. The role is designated safety sensitive and requires strict compliance with safety protocols and applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Requirements
- At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving 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 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.
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with air-brake endorsement or CDL Class B with air-brake endorsement.
- Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may require pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED (accredited).
Responsibilities
- Operate the vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and all 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 required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
- Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
- Notify the Operations Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles 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 scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
- Safely collect residential household waste or recyclable material and maneuver vehicles in residential environments.
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
- Paid on-the-job training
- Education assistance
- Career progression opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
