CDL Truck Driver - Commercial FEL

WM•Canton, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

At WM, we are committed to creating opportunities for our employees and their families. We strive to be a great place to work and grow a career, focusing on sustainability, employee well-being, and professional development. Our mission is to leave the world a better place by fostering a sense of purpose in environmental stewardship. We believe in putting our people first, valuing diversity, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and seen. We invest in our employees' growth through education assistance programs, paid on-the-job training, and clear career progression paths. WM offers a stable work environment where employees perform essential and meaningful work. We are a diverse family of over 60,000 people, and our differences make us stronger. We offer a competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability, along with a stock purchase plan, 401(k) with company match, and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Requirements

5 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or Equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
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 drug screen and physical.
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B with an air-brake endorsement.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited)

Responsibilities

Substitute for drivers of open routes and support drivers to complete routes.
Provide operational support as directed by the Route Manager.
Train new drivers, retrain existing drivers, and provide follow-up training.
Mentor new drivers to help them acclimate to the District and the Driver role.
Participate in routing projects and other developmental programs.
Observe and coach new drivers to ensure proper and consistent safety and performance duties are achieved.
Operate vehicles in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA, and DOT requirements, as well as all local, state, and federal laws.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles and document checks using the standard DVIR.
Immediately report all unsafe situations or service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required.
Work closely with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Notify the Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including blocked containers, closed lots, streets, alleyways, or potential safety hazards.
Communicate customer requests to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Identify and report all containers in need of repair or replacement.
Follow route assignments as directed and complete end-of-day documentation and check-out process.
Maintain training documentation and records of all driver training.
Perform all duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.