CDL Truck Driver, Swing Roll Off

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck on assigned swing routes, driving a heavy-duty commercial vehicle in residential, commercial, and construction environments. The position requires compliance with OSHA, DOT, and applicable local, state, federal, and company requirements. Drivers perform vehicle inspections, communicate service and safety issues, complete assigned routes and documentation, and ensure containers and customer locations are left in proper condition. This is a safety-sensitive role subject to applicable drug and alcohol testing. WM describes its drivers as working hard and driving safely, with drivers home at night and on weekends.

Requirements

At least 2 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years.
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.
Class B CDL.
Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business air travel or access to federal property.
Able to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking, and hearing.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Operate the assigned 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), and record issues for corrective review or repair.
Immediately 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 problem or unsafe accounts.
Perform duties 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 about issues identified under Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pickups, and other route problems.
Communicate customer requests and issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Completely empty containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
Position containers properly on customer property, replacing lids, keeping containers upright, and avoiding blocked driveways or traffic.
Follow route assignments throughout the day and complete all documentation when checking in at the end of the route.
Comply strictly with safety rules and protocols and, as an ongoing employment requirement, submit to applicable drug and alcohol testing.