CDL Truck Driver-Benefits Day 1

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Sterling, VA

3h•Onsite

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 collected waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial Drivers collect containers at customer locations, sometimes maneuvering wheeled containers weighing more than 1,000 pounds. Residential Drivers collect household waste and recyclables in residential settings. Roll-Off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large open-top and compactor containers from customer locations, including on industrial routes and in tight overhead environments. The role involves navigating congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and requires skilled backing maneuvers. This is a safety-sensitive, on-site role. Drivers must follow applicable company, OSHA, DOT, and other safety requirements, complete vehicle inspections and documentation, communicate service issues and customer requests, and follow assigned routes. The schedule is 4 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The stated expected base pay is $21.50. WM describes the role as offering paid on-the-job training and career progression. Eligible employees receive a total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and personal days; benefits may vary by site.

Requirements

No prior experience required.
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.
At least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
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 a CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role is designated safety-sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or G.E.D. (accredited).

Responsibilities

Operate heavy-duty trucks and relevant load-lift equipment safely in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Transport collected waste or recyclable material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the truck reaches legal load capacity.
Provide collection service for waste and recyclable containers, maneuvering wheeled containers as needed and safely navigating congested roads and customer locations.
Prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers when assigned to roll-off routes.
Perform and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Route Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Notify the Route Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, including impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service, or potential safety hazards.
Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Completely empty receptacles and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Follow assigned routes and complete end-of-day documentation and check-out.
Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.