CDL Truck Driver, $5000 Sign On Bonus, Home Daily, Benefits Day 1

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Independence, IA

3h•$22 - $31

About The Position

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck on assigned routes, following OSHA and DOT requirements and all applicable local, state, federal, and company safety expectations. The role includes inspecting and maintaining a clean, safe vehicle; communicating route, service, safety, and customer issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager; completing route documentation; and ensuring containers are emptied and positioned appropriately. This is a safety-sensitive role subject to applicable drug and alcohol testing. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a shift starting at 5:00 AM. Drivers are home daily and at night and on weekends. Pay is expected to be $22.00–$31.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. A $5,000 new-hire bonus is offered.

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.
Class B CDL.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or G.E.D.

Responsibilities

Operate a heavy-duty vehicle safely and in accordance with OSHA, DOT, local, state, federal, and company requirements; maintain a clean and safe vehicle.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR), documenting issues for corrective review or repair.
Report unsafe situations and service calls to the Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
Participate in required training, briefings, and meetings.
Work with Route Managers to improve route efficiency and identify problematic or unsafe accounts.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other company drivers as directed.
Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Notify Dispatch or the Route Manager of route issues, including blocked containers and potential missed pickups.
Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Empty containers completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
Position containers appropriately, with lids replaced, containers upright, and access or traffic unobstructed.
Follow route assignments and complete required documentation at the end of the route.