CDL Truck Driver- Residential Rearload - Fort Myers, FL

VetJobs•Fort Myers, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a residential rearload CDL Truck Driver in Fort Myers, Florida. Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with load-lift attachments and collect residential household waste or recyclable material. They transport collected material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the vehicle reaches legal load capacity. The role involves driving in residential areas, including high-traffic and congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and requires skilled backing maneuvers. Containers may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be maneuvered to a pickup area. The position pays $22.71 and has a Monday–Friday schedule, with some Saturdays, starting at 4:45 a.m. Drivers follow WM safety requirements and applicable OSHA, DOT, and local, state, and federal laws; inspect and document vehicle condition; report safety, service, and incident issues; attend required training and meetings; follow assigned routes; keep customer locations clean after collection; complete end-of-day documentation; and assist other drivers as needed.

Requirements

At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving within the last 7 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 sufficiently 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.

Nice To Haves

Accredited High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate the vehicle in accordance with WM 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 scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Notify the Operations Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Report service interruptions and potential safety hazards, including closed or impassable roads and receptacles that are too heavy to service.
Communicate customer requests to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Empty receptacles completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Follow route assignments 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 transport it to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the truck reaches legal load capacity.