CDL Truck Driver - Roll Off

Waste Management, Inc. • Vero Beach, FL

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About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load lift attachments, depending on their business line and vehicle. They transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Roll-off drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. The work may involve navigating driveways, alleyways, lots, congested roads, and tight overhead environments on industrial routes; skilled backing maneuvers are essential. Drivers follow assigned routes, service customer locations, and help ensure receptacles are emptied and sites are left clean and free of debris. The role is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety rules and protocols, with possible drug and alcohol testing during employment. Drivers are described as being home at night and on weekends.

Requirements

• At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving 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 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.
• Hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
• Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may require pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing.
• Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business air travel or access to federal property.

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 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 of 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.
• Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
• For roll-off routes, prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations.

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
• Paid personal days
• Competitive pay
• Paid on-the-job training
• Education assistance program
• Career progression opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed