CDL Truck Driver - Swing, Driver Commercial

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Heiskell, TN

9h

About The Position

Safely operates a heavy-duty commercial truck on assigned swing routes through residential, commercial, and construction environments. The driver follows applicable OSHA, DOT, local, state, federal, and company requirements; keeps the vehicle clean and safe; and completes route work and documentation as scheduled. This is a safety-sensitive role requiring strict compliance with safety rules and protocols. Candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.

The role pays $28.00 per hour and offers a Monday–Friday schedule with a 3:00 a.m. start time. The posting also notes an annual boot allowance, advancement opportunities, paid on-the-job training, and career progression. WM describes its drivers as working hard and driving safely, with competitive pay, benefits, growth opportunities, and home at night and on weekends.

Requirements

• At least 2 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years.
• 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.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical.
• Class B CDL.
• Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols as a safety-sensitive employee.
• Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if needed for business air travel or access to federal property.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or G.E.D. from an accredited institution.
• Industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a heavy-duty commercial vehicle safely on assigned swing routes in residential, commercial, and construction environments.
• Follow OSHA, DOT, local, state, federal, and company fleet requirements, and maintain a clean and safe vehicle.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR), documenting issues for review and repair.
• Immediately report unsafe situations and service calls to the Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participate and cooperate in scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Route Manager.
• Work with Route Managers to improve route efficiency and identify problematic or unsafe accounts.
• Perform duties scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other company drivers as directed.
• Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Report route issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pickups, and other problems.
• Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
• Empty all containers completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
• Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Position containers properly on customer property, replacing lids, setting containers upright, and ensuring they do not block driveways or traffic.
• Follow route assignments throughout the day and complete documentation when checking in at the end of the route.

Benefits

• Yearly boot allowance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and short-term disability.
• Stock purchase plan and discounted stock options.
• Company matching on a 401(k).
• Dependent day care.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program.
• Paid on-the-job training.
• Established career progression and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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