CDL Truck Driver Commercial Senior

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Key West, FL

About The Position

Senior Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front- or rear-end load lift attachments to pick up containers of waste or recyclable material. Some containers weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be maneuvered to a pickup staging area. Drivers transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. The role involves navigating high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and requires skilled backing and safe, advanced operation of a heavy-duty truck along assigned routes. Drivers follow OSHA, DOT, and other applicable requirements and company expectations; inspect and maintain a clean, safe vehicle; communicate service and safety issues to Route Managers or Dispatch; and complete route documentation. This safety-sensitive role requires strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Candidates must complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical, and may be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing during employment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a 5:00 a.m. start. WM describes its work as essential and offers paid on-the-job training, career progression, and education assistance. Drivers are described as home at night and on weekends. A $150 boot allowance is listed.

Requirements

At least 4 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years.
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.
At least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B with an air-brake endorsement upon hire.
Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical.
Comply strictly with safety rules and protocols; the role may involve drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or G.E.D. from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Operate a heavy-duty truck with a front- or rear-end load lift attachment to collect waste or recyclable material and transport it to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities.
Operate the vehicle in accordance with OSHA, DOT, local, state, and federal requirements and company expectations; keep the vehicle clean and safe.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR), noting issues for corrective review or repair.
Report unsafe situations, service calls, incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage to the Route Manager or Dispatch as appropriate.
Participate and cooperate in scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Route Manager.
Use experience to work with Route Managers on improving route efficiencies and identifying problem or unsafe accounts.
Perform scheduled duties and assist or guide other company drivers as directed.
Notify Dispatch or the Route Manager of route issues under Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pickups, or other problems.
Communicate complex customer requests or issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Completely empty containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Complete and submit complex customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
Position containers so lids are replaced, containers are upright, and they do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
Follow route assignments and complete all documentation when checking in at the end of the route.