CDL Truck Driver - Residential-Home Daily, PTO, 401k
About The Position
CDL Truck Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, depending on the line of business and vehicle. Drivers collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport loads to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the truck reaches legal load capacity. The work involves maneuvering vehicles in residential environments and navigating high-traffic and congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Drivers must perform safe, skilled backing maneuvers. Containers may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be moved to a pickup-stage area. Drivers operate in accordance with company safety rules and applicable OSHA, DOT, and local, state, and federal requirements. They inspect assigned vehicles before and after trips, document inspections, report safety or service issues, follow assigned routes, complete end-of-day documentation, and communicate with Operations Managers or Dispatch. The role is designated safety sensitive and requires compliance with safety protocols and applicable drug and alcohol testing. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday with a 5 a.m. start time and some weekends; the posting also describes drivers as home at night and on weekends.
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.
- 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.
- Comply with safety rules and protocols and applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or accredited GED.
Responsibilities
- Operate the assigned heavy-duty vehicle safely and in accordance with WM safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
- Report unsafe situations, service-related issues, incidents, accidents, injuries, property damage, and service interruptions to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Attend and participate in scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
- Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
- Communicate customer requests to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Empty receptacles completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
- Follow assigned routes and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
- 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 legal load capacity is reached.
- Safely maneuver the vehicle in residential settings and navigate congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Stock purchase plan
- Company matching on a 401(k)
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Personal days
- Paid on-the-job training
- Education assistance program
- Career progression opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
