CDL Truck Driver - Roll Off Driver
About The Position
Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with load-lift attachments and transport waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities. Roll-off drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. They navigate driveways, alleyways, lots, high-traffic roads, and potentially tight overhead environments. Skilled backing maneuvers are essential. The role includes servicing customer containers, following assigned routes, and complying with safety, transportation, and legal requirements. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving experience within the last seven 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.
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with air-brake endorsement, or CDL Class B with air-brake endorsement.
- Able to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking, and hearing.
- Comply strictly with safety rules and protocols; the position is safety sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing.
Nice To Haves
- Accredited high school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Operate the 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).
- 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 of service interruptions, including inaccessible streets or alleyways, receptacles that are too heavy to service, or potential safety hazards.
- Communicate customer requests to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Empty receptacles completely 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 large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Stock purchase plan
- Company-matched 401(k)
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Personal days
- Education assistance
- 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
