CDL Truck Driver- Residential $2500 Sign -On Bonus

WM•Rochester, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Management (WM) is hiring a residential CDL Truck Driver to collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport it to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the vehicle reaches legal load capacity. Drivers safely operate heavy-duty trucks in residential environments, navigating high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. The role requires maneuvering vehicles and handling containers that may weigh more than 1,000 pounds. The position starts at $25.50 per hour, with a $2,500 sign-on bonus and a $300 boot allowance. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a 5 a.m. start time. The position is safety sensitive and requires compliance with company safety protocols and applicable regulations. Drug and alcohol testing may occur as part of employment requirements. WM describes its workplace as people-first and focused on employee growth, stability, and sustainability. Benefits and opportunities include education assistance, paid on-the-job training, and career progression. Eligible employees receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, a stock purchase plan, a company-matched 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.

Requirements

At least one year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving 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.
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement, or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Able to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking, and hearing.
Comply with safety rules and protocols, including applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements.

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).
Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Report incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, 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 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.