CDL Truck Driver - $2500 Sign on Bonus, Home Daily, PTO, 401k

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Madison, WI

20h•$22 - $31

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front-, side-, or rear-end load-lift attachments, transporting waste or recyclable materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Depending on the line of business, drivers provide commercial container pickup, residential waste and recycling collection, or preparation, loading, and transportation of roll-off containers. The work involves navigating congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots; roll-off routes may include tight overhead environments. Drivers may also maneuver wheeled containers weighing more than 1,000 pounds. Skilled backing is essential. Drivers operate safely and reliably in compliance with company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws. They inspect and document assigned vehicles, report safety and service issues, follow assigned routes, complete end-of-day documentation, communicate customer requests and service interruptions, and work with operations personnel to improve route efficiency and meet customer needs. This is a safety-sensitive role subject to applicable drug and alcohol testing. The posting describes a Monday–Friday schedule with a 5 a.m. start time and states that drivers are home daily.

Requirements

At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving within the last 7 years.
Must be at least 18 years old 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.
Comply strictly with safety rules and protocols; the role is safety sensitive and may involve drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).

Responsibilities

Operate heavy-duty trucks and associated load-lift equipment safely and in compliance with company rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
Transport waste or recyclable material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the truck reaches legal load capacity.
Provide container pickup and collection services, or prepare, load, and transport roll-off containers, according to the assigned line of business.
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, including impassable streets, excessively heavy receptacles, and potential safety hazards.
Communicate customer requests to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Empty receptacles completely 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.