CDL Truck Driver - Residential Rearload Driver

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Cocoa, FL

1d•$21

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver operates heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments to collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport it to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the truck reaches legal load capacity. Residential drivers safely maneuver their vehicles in residential environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. The position requires skilled backing maneuvers and may involve moving wheeled containers to a pickup stage area. Drivers operate in accordance with company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws. They inspect assigned vehicles before and after trips, report safety or service issues, complete route and end-of-day documentation, attend required training and meetings, and work with Operations Management and Dispatch to address customer needs and improve route efficiency. This is a safety-sensitive role subject to applicable drug and alcohol testing. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 5:30 a.m., and drivers are home at night and on weekends. The posted pay range starts at $21.00, depending on experience. WM describes its compensation package as including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, a stock purchase plan, company 401(k) matching, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.

Requirements

At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years.
Must be at least 18 years old 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 safety-sensitive position may require drug and alcohol testing under government regulations and company policies.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED (accredited).

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).
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 efficiencies and identify best practices.
Report incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, including closed or 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 check-out procedures.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the truck reaches legal load capacity.