CDL Truck Driver - Residential
About The Position
WM is hiring a CDL Truck Driver to collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver a heavy-duty vehicle in residential settings. Drivers follow assigned routes and transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the truck reaches legal load capacity. The role is based at WM’s Columbus site, starts at 4 a.m., includes one weekend day, and offers daily home time and weekly pay. Drivers operate in accordance with WM safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws. They inspect their vehicle before and after trips, document inspections, report safety or service issues, communicate customer requests, and complete route and end-of-day documentation. The position is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety protocols; drug and alcohol testing may occur as part of employment requirements.
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.
- Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A or Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
- Comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.
- Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if needed for business air travel or access to federal property.
Nice To Haves
- Accredited High School Diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Operate the assigned vehicle safely and 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, service issues, incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Attend required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
- Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
- Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, 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 assigned routes and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
- Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
- Safely collect residential household waste or recyclable material and maneuver the vehicle in residential environments.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Stock purchase plan
- Company matching on a 401(k)
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Personal days
- Paid on-the-job training
- Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program
- Established career progression
- Competitive pay
- Weekly pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
