CDL Truck Driver-Apprentice WALK-IN Thursdays 7AM-4PM

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)Elizabeth, PA
Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States.
  • 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
  • Regular State Driver License.

Nice To Haves

  • Driver's License Commercial or Non-commercial Class C or D w/ CDL Permit

Responsibilities

  • Operates vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws.
  • Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
  • Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch.
  • Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by WM or directed by the Route Manager.
  • Works closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
  • Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
  • Notifies Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service or potential safety hazards.
  • Communicates customer requests to Dispatch or Route Manager.
  • Completely dumps all receptacles and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
  • Follows route assignments as directed and completes end of day documentation and check out process.
  • Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
  • Manually or mechanically load and empty residential and/or commercial containers into truck.
  • Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper.
  • Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.

Benefits

  • Annual Stipend of $225 for boots
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company match on 401K
  • Paid Vacation
  • Holidays
  • Personal Days
  • Annual Education Assistance Benefit

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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