CDL Truck Driver - Residential

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Meridian, MS

About The Position

Residential Drivers collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments. Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, navigate congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. The role requires skilled backing maneuvers. Drivers operate in accordance with company safety rules and applicable OSHA, DOT, and other laws and regulations. This is a safety-sensitive role with required compliance with safety protocols and possible drug and alcohol testing. The listed pay rate is $25 per hour, with a Monday–Friday schedule starting at 5 a.m. Drivers are home 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 may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.
Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business air travel or access to federal property.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).
2+ years of CDL and ASL 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 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 as required by WM or the Route Manager.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Report incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage to the Operations Manager.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including closed or impassable 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 assigned routes and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver the vehicle in residential environments.
Transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the truck reaches legal load capacity.