CDL Truck Driver-Benefits Day 1

WM•Sterling, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, depending on the line of business and vehicle. They transport waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial Drivers collect containers at customer locations, which may require maneuvering wheeled containers weighing over 1,000 pounds. Residential Drivers collect household waste and recyclables in residential environments. Roll-Off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. Drivers navigate high-traffic roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots; Roll-Off routes may also involve tight overhead environments. Skilled backing maneuvers are essential. This is an on-site, safety-sensitive position. The successful candidate must follow safety rules and protocols and may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as part of ongoing employment requirements. The expected base pay is $21.50. The stated schedule is 4 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

No prior experience is required.
Must be 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.
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
Must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical.
Must hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or a CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Must strictly comply with safety rules and protocols for this safety-sensitive role.
May be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment screening, post-incident evaluations, reasonable-suspicion checks, and random testing, in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or G.E.D. (accredited).

Responsibilities

Operate the assigned heavy-duty vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
Report unsafe situations and service-related issues immediately to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required or directed.
Work with the Route Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage.
Notify the Route Manager or Dispatch about 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 check-out procedures.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Collect and transport waste or recyclable materials and containers according to the assigned line of business.