CDL Truck Driver Trainer - Residential

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•West Boylston, MA

3d•$30 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver Trainer serves as a lead driver, substituting for drivers on open routes, helping drivers complete routes, and providing operational support as directed by the Route Manager. The role trains new drivers, retrains drivers assigned to new routes or lines of business or who have driving performance issues, and provides follow-up training to current drivers. The trainer observes and coaches drivers on safety and performance, maintains training records, mentors new drivers as they acclimate to the district and driver role, and participates in routing projects and developmental programs. The position also involves operating a vehicle in compliance with WM safety rules and applicable OSHA, DOT, and local, state, and federal requirements; inspecting and documenting vehicle condition; reporting safety, service, and vehicle issues; communicating customer requests; following route assignments; and completing end-of-day documentation. This is an on-site, safety-sensitive role with a Monday–Friday schedule and a 4:30 a.m. start time. The listed base pay range is $30.00–$36.00 per hour. Drivers are described as being home at night and on weekends.

Requirements

At least 5 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years.
At least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
Ability 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.
Successful completion of 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.
Must strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or G.E.D. (accredited).

Responsibilities

Provide on-the-job training to new drivers and retraining to drivers reassigned to new routes or lines of business, or who have driving performance issues.
Observe and coach drivers to support consistent safety and performance.
Operate vehicles 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 DVIR.
Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attend scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required or directed.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Notify the Operations Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions and potential safety hazards.
Communicate customer requests to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Identify and report containers that need repair or replacement.
Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
Maintain driver training documentation and records.
Mentor new drivers as they acclimate to the district and driver role.
Perform duties scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Substitute for drivers on open routes, support drivers in completing routes, and provide other operational support as directed.
Participate in routing projects and other developmental programs.