CDL Truck Driver-Residential Rearload - Port Charlotte, FL

VetJobs•Port Charlotte, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver operates a heavy-duty rearload truck to collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport it to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the vehicle reaches legal load capacity. Drivers work in residential environments and navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. The role requires safe vehicle operation and skilled backing maneuvers. This is an on-site role in Port Charlotte, Florida. The stated pay is $20 per hour, based on experience. Start times are 4:30 a.m. Monday and Tuesday, 4:45 a.m. Wednesday, and 5:00 a.m. Thursday and Friday. The position is designated safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety rules and protocols. Employment may include drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies. WM describes its mission as helping leave the world better than it found it and emphasizes a people-first workplace, career growth, stability, and inclusion. It offers paid on-the-job training and an education assistance program, as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and other benefits.

Requirements

At least one year 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.
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 is safety-sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

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 scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by WM or directed by 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.
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 route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and the check-out process.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport it to an appropriate facility when the truck reaches legal load capacity.