CDL Truck Driver - Residential

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Jackson, MS

About The Position

The CDL Truck Driver operates a heavy-duty 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. The driver safely maneuvers the vehicle in residential environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. The position requires safe operation in accordance with company, OSHA, DOT, and applicable local, state, and federal rules and laws. Drivers inspect their assigned vehicles before and after trips, document inspections, follow route assignments, complete end-of-day documentation, and communicate service issues, hazards, incidents, and customer requests to Operations Management or Dispatch. The role is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with safety protocols and applicable drug and alcohol testing. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 6:00 a.m. Pay is $24 per hour.

Requirements

At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or 1 year of equivalent military driving experience 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 CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
Strictly comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random testing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (accredited).
Strong sense of safety.

Responsibilities

Operate the assigned vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and record 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.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, 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 check-out procedures.
Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Safely collect residential household waste or recyclable material and maneuver the vehicle in residential environments.