CDL Truck Driver - Residential
About The Position
Residential Drivers collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver heavy-duty vehicles in residential environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Drivers operate trucks with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments as applicable and transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. The role requires safe and reliable operation of vehicles and/or equipment, compliance with safety rules and applicable regulations, and completion of route and vehicle documentation. The position is designated safety sensitive and requires strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing. This is an on-site position with a stated starting pay of $26.50 per hour. The listed shift is Monday through Friday, starting at 5:30 a.m.
Requirements
- At least one year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving within the last seven years.
- Must be at least 18 years old 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.
- Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the position is safety sensitive.
- Meet the stated physical demands, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking, and hearing.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED (accredited).
Responsibilities
- Operate the assigned vehicle in accordance with WM 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 checks using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
- Report unsafe situations and service-related issues promptly to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Attend and participate in 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, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles 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 procedures.
- Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
- Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments.
- Transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity.
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
- Discounted stock options
- Dependent day care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
