About The Position
Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, depending on the line of business and truck type. They transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial Drivers pick up containers of waste or recyclable material, which may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and sometimes must be maneuvered to a pickup stage area. Residential Drivers collect household waste or recyclable material and maneuver vehicles in residential settings. Roll-off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. Across these assignments, drivers may work in congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots; roll-off routes can also involve tight overhead environments. Skilled backing maneuvers are essential for some assignments. This is a full-time, Monday-through-Friday day-shift position. The listed pay range is $22.00–$31.00, with a $5,000 new-hire bonus. The posting describes the role as safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety rules and protocols. Employment may include drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
Requirements
- At least one year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving, 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 an air-brake endorsement, or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
- Comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.
Nice To Haves
- Accredited high school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Operate the assigned vehicle in accordance with Waste Management safety 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).
- Report unsafe situations, service-related issues, incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage 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.
- Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, including blocked or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service, and 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 duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
- For applicable routes, collect or transport waste and recyclable materials and maneuver the relevant containers and vehicles safely.
Benefits
- $5,000 new-hire bonus.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term disability coverage.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Company matching on a 401(k).
- Paid vacation.
- Paid holidays.
- Personal days.
- Education assistance program.
- Paid on-the-job training.
- Career progression opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
