In tandem with a seasoned WM Driver and/or WM Driver Trainer, after receiving their Commercial Driving Permit, the Driver Apprentice will complete the required training to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle providing service to customers in their respective Line of Business (LOB). The Driver Apprentice will continue in this role until they complete all training requirements. This role also involves performing as an on-route Helper while obtaining their Commercial Driving Permit and completing the training to be a WM Driver. This includes working in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA, and DOT requirements, as well as all local, state, and federal laws. The apprentice will immediately report all unsafe situations or service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch and attend all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings. Responsibilities include manually or mechanically loading and emptying residential and/or commercial containers into the truck, operating hoisting devices, assisting the driver with backing maneuvers, and communicating customer requests. The apprentice will also perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle and document checks, notify management of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage, and follow route assignments, completing end-of-day documentation.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees