CDL Truck Driver - Roll Off, Home Daily, PTO and More!

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Whitmore Lake, MI

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver operates heavy-duty trucks to collect, load, and transport waste or recyclable materials. Roll-off drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations, navigating driveways, alleyways, lots, high-traffic roadways, and potentially tight overhead environments on industrial routes. Loads are transported to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal capacity. The work requires safe vehicle operation and skilled backing maneuvers. Drivers may need to maneuver wheeled containers, which can weigh more than 1,000 pounds, to a pickup stage area. Drivers must follow applicable company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and local, state, and federal laws. The role is designated safety-sensitive and entails compliance with safety protocols and potential drug and alcohol testing. The position offers opportunity for advancement, paid on-the-job training, and career progression. Drivers are described as being home at night and on weekends.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of 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.
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.
Hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the position may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).
Industry experience is preferred.

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 record 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.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, including blocked streets or alleyways, receptacles that are too heavy to service, and potential safety hazards.
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.
Prepare, load, and transport roll-off containers to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities as required.