CDL Truck Driver Residential ASL

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Medley, FL

23h

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 material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Residential drivers collect household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver vehicles through residential environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. The position requires safe, reliable vehicle and equipment operation and skilled backing maneuvers. Drivers follow assigned routes, provide customer service, and comply with company safety rules and applicable regulations. This is a safety-sensitive role. Successful candidates must comply with safety rules and protocols and may be subject to pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing. Drivers are described as 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 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 CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may involve drug and alcohol testing under government regulations and company policies.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).

Responsibilities

Operate the 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 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 efficiencies and identify best practices.
Notify the Operations Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Report service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles 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 scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver the vehicle in residential environments.
Transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the truck reaches legal load capacity.