CDL Truck Driver - Commercial Front Load Driver

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Cocoa Beach, FL

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver operates heavy-duty trucks equipped with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments, depending on the line of business and vehicle. Drivers provide pickup service for waste or recyclable materials and transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Containers may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be maneuvered to a pickup stage area. The work involves navigating high-traffic or congested roads, driveways, alleyways, and lots; skilled backing maneuvers are essential for certain routes. Drivers must operate safely and reliably in accordance with company safety rules and applicable OSHA, DOT, and local, state, and federal requirements. They inspect assigned vehicles, report safety and service issues, follow assigned routes, complete end-of-day documentation, and work with operations staff to meet customer needs. The role is safety-sensitive and may include drug and alcohol testing as described in the posting. The posted schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 4:00 a.m. WM states that drivers are home at night and on weekends. Pay is listed as $22.00 plus DOE.

Requirements

At least one year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving within the last seven 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 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.
Possess a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Comply strictly with safety rules and protocols; the role may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).

Responsibilities

Operate heavy-duty trucks in accordance with company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
Provide pickup service for containers of waste or recyclable material and transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when legal load capacity is reached.
Perform pre-trip 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 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, 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 route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Operate vehicles and/or equipment in a safe and reliable manner.