CDL Truck Driver - Roll Off

WM • Battle Creek, MI

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About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver operates heavy-duty trucks with load-lift attachments to collect and transport waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities. In this roll-off role, the driver prepares, loads, and transports large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. Work includes navigating driveways, alleyways, lots, high-traffic roadways, and potentially tight overhead environments on industrial routes; skilled backing maneuvers are essential. The position is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with company safety rules, applicable laws, and testing policies. Drivers may be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving experience, within the last 7 years.
• Be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
• 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.
• 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.
• Comply strictly with safety rules and protocols and applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED (accredited).
• Industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the 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).
• Immediately 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 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, impassable streets or alleyways, containers 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.
• Prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations.

Benefits

• Yearly boot allowance
• Education assistance program
• Paid on-the-job training
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Stock purchase plan
• Discounted stock options
• Dependent day care
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Personal days
• Opportunity for advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed