CDL Truck Driver Commercial - Benefits Day 1

WM•Lewisville, TX

About The Position

Commercial Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments. They pick up containers filled with waste or recyclable material, transport them to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity, and may maneuver wheeled containers weighing more than 1,000 pounds to a pickup staging area. Drivers navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, requiring skilled backing maneuvers. The position is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety protocols and applicable regulations. The advertised pay is $27.00 per hour. WM describes its work as essential and its mission as helping leave the world better than it was found. The company highlights paid on-the-job training, career progression, and education assistance.

Requirements

At least one year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving experience, within the last seven 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 sufficiently 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.
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement, or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Comply with safety rules and protocols; the role is designated safety-sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate the vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical 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 Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Report incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager.
Report service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service, and potential safety hazards, to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
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 check-out.
Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.