CDL Truck Driver - Sonora, CA

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Sonora, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring an onsite CDL Truck Driver in Sonora, California. Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front-, side-, or rear-end load lift attachments, depending on the line of business and vehicle. They transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Depending on the route, drivers collect commercial containers, residential waste or recyclables, or large open-top and compactor containers. The work involves navigating high-traffic roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots; skilled backing is essential for some routes. The role is safety sensitive and requires strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as an ongoing condition of employment, consistent with government regulations and company policies. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, four 10-hour shifts, with a 5:00 a.m. start time. The expected base pay is $31.36 per hour. WM describes its employment offering as including opportunities for career growth, education assistance, paid on-the-job training, and career progression, alongside medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with match, discounted stock options, and dependent day care.

Requirements

At least one year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving experience, within the last seven 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.
Hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or a CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role is designated safety sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable suspicion, and random testing.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate the assigned vehicle in accordance 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, or property damage to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Report service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, containers too heavy to service, and potential safety hazards.
Communicate customer requests to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Empty receptacles completely 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.
Collect and transport waste or recyclable materials and containers to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities, as applicable to the route.