CDL Truck Driver- Residential Rearload

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments and transport waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the vehicle reaches legal load capacity. Residential drivers collect household waste and recyclable material and safely maneuver vehicles through residential environments, including congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. The role requires safe and reliable vehicle operation, skilled backing, and compliance with safety and transportation regulations. Drivers may need to maneuver wheeled containers to pickup areas; containers may weigh more than 1,000 pounds. This is a safety-sensitive role requiring strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical. Ongoing employment may also involve drug and alcohol testing under government regulations and company policies. The posting states that WM drivers are home at night and on weekends. The listed pay is $22.71. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays, and a 4:45 a.m. start time.

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.
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 and meet the role's physical demands.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate the assigned vehicle in accordance with WM safety 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 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 efficiency and identify best practices.
Report incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager.
Report service interruptions and potential safety hazards, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways and receptacles too heavy to service, to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
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.
Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments.