CDL Truck Driver, Commercial Home Daily, Benefits Day 1, PTO

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Norcross, GA

15h

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, depending on the line of business and vehicle. They transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial Drivers pick up containers filled with waste or recyclable materials; containers may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be maneuvered to a pickup staging area. Drivers navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and must perform skilled backing maneuvers. Residential Drivers collect household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments. Roll-off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations, including navigating tight overhead environments on industrial routes. This is a safety-sensitive role. Drivers must comply with company safety protocols and applicable OSHA, DOT, and local, state, and federal requirements. The job involves operating vehicles and equipment safely and reliably. The position description notes that 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 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.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement, or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strict compliance with safety rules and protocols; the role may involve pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with regulations and company policies.
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).

Responsibilities

Operate vehicles in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles 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, and property damage to the Operations Manager.
Report service interruptions, such as closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles that are too heavy to service, and potential safety hazards, to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
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 duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
For commercial routes, provide pickup service for waste or recyclable-material containers and maneuver containers to pickup staging areas as needed.
For residential routes, collect household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver the vehicle in residential environments.
For roll-off routes, prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations.