CDL Truck Driver - 401k Match, PTO, Home Daily

WM•Kansas City, KS

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments and transport waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Depending on the line of business, drivers may collect commercial containers, residential household waste or recyclables, or large mobile open-top and compactor containers. The work includes navigating congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots; some routes require skilled backing or operation in tight overhead environments. Drivers may need to maneuver wheeled containers weighing more than 1,000 pounds. This safety-sensitive position requires operating in accordance with company safety rules and applicable OSHA, DOT, and local, state, and federal requirements. Drivers inspect and document vehicle condition, report incidents and service issues, follow assigned routes, complete end-of-day records, and work with operations staff to meet customer needs. The stated pay range begins at $26 per hour, depending on experience. Shifts may start as early as 3 a.m.; workdays are 10–12 hours, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays. The position is described as home daily.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL within the last 7 years, 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 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.
Able to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking, and hearing.
Comply with safety rules and protocols; the position may require pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy-duty trucks in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Transport collected waste or recyclable material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the truck reaches legal load capacity.
Provide pickup service for commercial containers, residential household waste or recyclable materials, or roll-off containers, as applicable to the route.
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.
Report incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, impassable streets or alleyways, containers 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.
Attend required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.