CDL Truck Driver - Commercial Container - Benefits day ONE!

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Sumei Circle, SC

2h

About The Position

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on designated commercial container routes. The driver operates and maintains the vehicle in accordance with OSHA, DOT, local, state, federal, and company requirements; performs vehicle inspections; follows route assignments; and reports safety, service, customer, and equipment issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager. The role includes emptying containers, keeping customer locations clean, positioning containers safely, completing customer tickets when excess yardage is removed, and submitting route documentation. Drivers are expected to operate vehicles and equipment safely and reliably. This is a safety-sensitive role with required compliance with safety rules and protocols and possible drug and alcohol testing. The posting says drivers are 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.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
• 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.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical.
• Class B CDL.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if needed for business air travel or access to federal property.

Nice To Haves

• Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate a heavy-duty truck safely on assigned routes and in accordance with OSHA, DOT, applicable laws, and company expectations; maintain a clean and safe vehicle.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR), documenting issues for corrective review or repair.
• Report unsafe situations, service calls, incidents, accidents, injuries, and 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.
• Work with Route Managers to improve route efficiency and identify problem or unsafe customer accounts.
• Perform duties scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other company drivers as directed.
• Notify Dispatch or the Route Manager about route issues under Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pickups, or other problems.
• Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
• Empty all containers completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
• Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Position containers safely on customer property, replacing lids, leaving containers upright, and ensuring they do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Follow route assignments and complete all documentation when checking in at the end of the route.
• Strictly comply with applicable safety rules and protocols; undergo drug and alcohol testing as required by regulations and company policies.

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
• Paid on-the-job training
• Education assistance program
• Career progression opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed