CDL Truck Driver Commercial - PTO, Benefits Day 1, Home Daily
About The Position
Commercial Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front, side, or rear-end load-lift attachments. They pick up containers of waste or recyclable material, which may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be moved to a pickup staging area, and transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Drivers navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and must perform skilled backing maneuvers. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, with one Saturday per month, and starts at 2:00 a.m. Drivers are home daily. They are expected to operate vehicles and equipment safely and reliably, follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements, and provide clean, dependable service to customers.
Requirements
- At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving within the last 7 years.
- 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.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
- Upon hire, hold either a Class A Commercial Driver License with an air-brake endorsement or a Class B Commercial Driver License with an air-brake endorsement.
- Able to perform the physical functions listed for the role, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Accredited high school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Operate the assigned 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).
- Promptly report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Attend 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 and potential safety hazards, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways and receptacles that are too heavy to service.
- 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 and reliably operate vehicles and/or equipment.
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
- Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program
- Paid on-the-job training
- Career progression opportunities
- Discounted stock options
- Dependent day care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
