Apprentice, Driver, Portables

WM•Phoenix, AZ

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver Apprentice will partner with a seasoned WM Driver and/or WM Driver Trainer to complete the required training to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle, providing service to customers in their respective Line of Business (LOB). This role involves performing duties as an on-route Helper while obtaining their Commercial Driving Permit and completing the training to become a WM Driver. The apprentice will continue in this role until all training requirements are met.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
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.
Possess a Commercial or Non-commercial Driver's License Class C or D upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Possess a Commercial or Non-commercial Class C or D with a CDL Permit.

Responsibilities

Operates vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA, and DOT requirements, as well as all local, state, and federal laws.
Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR.
Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required.
Works closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
Notifies Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service, or potential safety hazards.
Communicates customer requests to Dispatch or Route Manager.
Completely dumps all receptacles and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
Follows route assignments as directed and completes end-of-day documentation and check-out process.
Assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Manually or mechanically loads and empties residential and/or commercial containers into truck.
Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper.
Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.