CDL Truck Driver - Commercial

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, depending on the business line and vehicle. They transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial drivers collect containers of waste or recyclable material, which may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and sometimes require maneuvering wheeled containers to a pickup stage area. Residential drivers collect household waste or recyclables and safely maneuver vehicles in residential settings. Roll-off drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. Across these assignments, drivers navigate busy and congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots; some routes involve tight overhead environments. Skilled backing maneuvers are essential. The position requires safe and reliable vehicle or equipment operation in compliance with company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws. Drivers perform vehicle inspections, document them, communicate service issues and customer requests, follow assigned routes, complete end-of-day documentation, and help meet customer needs. The role is designated safety-sensitive and may involve drug and alcohol testing. WM describes drivers as working hard and driving safely, with competitive pay, benefits, career-growth opportunities, and being 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 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.
Hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strictly comply with applicable safety rules and protocols; the role is designated safety-sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).
Industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy-duty trucks and equipment safely and in compliance with WM safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
Transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity.
Provide pickup service for containers filled with waste or recyclable material; maneuver containers to pickup areas when needed.
Collect residential household waste or recyclable material, or prepare, load, and transport roll-off containers, depending on the assigned line of business.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document checks 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 required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Notify the Operations Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage.
Report service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles that are 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 route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
Perform duties as scheduled and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.