CDL Truck Driver Residential PTO, Day 1 Benefits, Home Daily
About The Position
The CDL Truck Driver operates heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments to collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport it to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities. The role involves safely maneuvering vehicles in residential environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Drivers follow assigned routes, service receptacles completely, and leave customer locations clean and free of debris. Drivers must operate safely and in compliance with company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws. They inspect and document vehicle condition before and after trips, report service issues and safety incidents, communicate customer requests, attend required training and meetings, and complete route and end-of-day documentation. This is a safety-sensitive, on-site position requiring compliance with safety protocols and applicable drug and alcohol testing. The stated schedule starts at 6 AM, with average shifts of 8–10 hours. The expected base pay is $25–$27 per hour. WM notes that drivers are home daily, at night, and on weekends.
Requirements
- At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving 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 CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
- Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the position is designated safety sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED (accredited).
Responsibilities
- Operate assigned heavy-duty vehicle safely and in accordance with company rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
- Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport loads to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity.
- Safely maneuver vehicles on residential roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots, including congested areas.
- 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 scheduled 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, inaccessible streets or alleyways, receptacles 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 route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
- Perform duties as scheduled and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
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
- Day 1 benefits are stated in the job title; benefit availability may vary by site.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
