CDL Truck Driver - Roll Off - 401k Match, PTO, Home Daily

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Kansas City, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a roll-off CDL Truck Driver to prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities. The role operates heavy-duty trucks and requires safe navigation of driveways, alleyways, lots, congested roadways, and potentially tight overhead environments on industrial routes. Skilled backing maneuvers are essential. Drivers provide reliable collection service, help keep customer locations clean, and are expected to operate vehicles and equipment safely. The schedule starts as early as 3 a.m., with 10–12-hour workdays Monday through Friday and occasional Saturdays. The position is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with company, OSHA, DOT, and applicable laws and safety protocols. Ongoing employment may involve drug and alcohol testing. The role requires one year of CDL-vehicle driving experience or equivalent military driving experience within the last seven years, and a Class A or Class B CDL with an air-brake endorsement. WM describes itself as a provider of environmental solutions and emphasizes employee growth, paid on-the-job training, and career progression. Eligible employees receive a compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) company matching, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.

Requirements

At least one year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or one year of equivalent military driving within the last seven years.
At least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
Ability 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.
Ability to comply strictly with safety rules and protocols; the role is designated safety-sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking, and hearing.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate the assigned heavy-duty vehicle in accordance with WM safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations; transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when the truck reaches legal load capacity.
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 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.
Report service interruptions and potential safety hazards, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways and receptacles too heavy to service, to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
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.
Safely navigate customer locations and roadways, including performing skilled backing maneuvers.