CDL Truck Driver-Residential ASL Driver

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Port Charlotte, FL

15h

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. Residential drivers collect household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver vehicles through residential environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Drivers transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. The role requires safe and reliable vehicle operation, skilled backing maneuvers, and compliance with safety requirements and applicable laws. This is a safety-sensitive position involving pre-employment screening and potentially ongoing drug and alcohol testing. Drivers complete vehicle inspections and documentation, follow assigned routes, report incidents and service or safety issues, communicate customer requests, attend required training and meetings, and ensure receptacles are fully emptied and customer locations are left clean. The listed schedule is Monday and Tuesday at 4:00 a.m., and Wednesday through Friday at 4:15 a.m. Drivers are home at night and on weekends.

Requirements

At least one year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving experience 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.
Hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or a CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may require drug and alcohol testing under government regulations and company policies.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).

Responsibilities

Operate the 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 inspections and document checks 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 scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by WM or the Route Manager.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Notify the Operations Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Report service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles that are 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 duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Safely collect residential household waste or recyclable material and maneuver the vehicle in residential environments.