CDL Truck Driver - Commercial FL

WM•Canton, OH

18d

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 materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial Drivers pick up containers filled with waste or recyclable material, which may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be maneuvered to a pickup staging area. Drivers navigate congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and skilled backing is essential. The job description also describes residential and roll-off driving duties, including household waste collection and transporting large mobile open-top and compactor containers. This safety-sensitive position requires compliance with company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws. Drivers inspect their vehicles before and after trips, report unsafe conditions and incidents, follow route assignments, communicate customer requests and service interruptions, empty receptacles completely, keep customer locations free of debris, complete end-of-day documentation, and assist other drivers as directed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a 4 a.m. start time. The role may involve drug and alcohol testing as part of ongoing employment requirements, in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

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.
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.
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement, or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy-duty trucks with the applicable load-lift attachments.
Transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the truck reaches legal load capacity.
Pick up commercial containers filled with waste or recyclable material and maneuver containers to pickup staging areas when needed.
Operate safely in congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, using skilled backing maneuvers.
Follow Waste Management Safety and Life Critical 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 Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Attend 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.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, inaccessible streets or alleyways, receptacles that are too heavy to service, or 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.