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

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Freeport, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a commercial driver to operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load lift attachments. Commercial drivers provide pickup service for containers filled with waste or recyclable material, maneuver containers to pickup areas when necessary, and transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. The work may involve navigating congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and requires skilled backing maneuvers. Drivers are expected to operate vehicles and equipment safely and reliably. The position is based in Freeport, Florida, and the posting states that drivers are home daily and at night and on weekends. The role is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with applicable safety rules and protocols; employment may include drug and alcohol testing.

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.
Ability 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 air-brake endorsement, or CDL Class B with air-brake endorsement.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking, and hearing.
Front-load experience and the ability to push 50–80 pounds are highly preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).
Front-load experience.
Ability to push 50–80 pounds.

Responsibilities

Operate the assigned vehicle in compliance 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).
Promptly report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in scheduled training, 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.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, impassable streets or alleyways, containers 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 check-out procedures.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Provide pickup service for containers of waste or recyclable material and transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the vehicle reaches legal load capacity.