CDL Truck Driver - Home Daily, PTO, 401k

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Kailua Kona, HI

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, depending on the line of business and truck type. They transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity and provide pickup service for containers holding waste or recyclable material. Work may involve maneuvering containers weighing more than 1,000 pounds and navigating congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Some routes require skilled backing maneuvers or operation in tight overhead industrial environments. Drivers operate safely and reliably, follow assigned routes, complete required documentation, and help keep customer locations clean. This is a safety-sensitive role subject to company safety protocols and applicable drug and alcohol testing. The position is on-site in Kona, Hawaii, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a 5 a.m. start time; some weekends may be required. The listed hourly wage is $34.75.

Requirements

No prior experience required.
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.
Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement, or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Comply strictly 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 accredited G.E.D.

Responsibilities

Operate assigned heavy-duty vehicles and/or equipment safely and reliably, following company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
Transport waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity.
Pick up containers filled with waste or recyclable material and, when required, maneuver wheeled containers to a pickup staging area.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Report incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Route Manager.
Notify the Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service, and potential safety hazards.
Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
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.