Driver Apprentice - Home Daily, 401K Match, PTO

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

The Driver Apprentice trains alongside an experienced WM Driver and/or WM Driver Trainer to learn to safely operate a commercial refuse or recycling vehicle and provide service to customers. After obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit, the apprentice completes the required training and remains in the role until all training requirements are completed. While obtaining the permit and training, the apprentice also works as an on-route Helper, assisting with collection and customer service duties. The role requires compliance with WM safety rules, applicable OSHA and DOT requirements, and local, state, and federal laws. It includes vehicle inspections and documentation, following assigned routes, communicating service issues and customer requests, and supporting other drivers as needed. The work is safety-sensitive and subject to required drug and alcohol testing. The posted pay is $20.00 per hour, and the schedule is Monday through Friday with an early start time.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
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.
Commercial or non-commercial Class C or D driver's license.
Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical.
Comply with safety rules and protocols; the role is safety-sensitive and may require pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing.
Have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business air travel or access to federal property.

Nice To Haves

Accredited high school diploma or GED.
Commercial or non-commercial Class C or D license with a CDL permit.

Responsibilities

Train with a WM Driver and/or WM Driver Trainer on safe operation of a commercial refuse or recycling vehicle after obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit.
Operate vehicles in accordance with WM safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them using the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
Report unsafe situations, service issues, incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage 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.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, inaccessible streets or alleyways, containers too heavy to service, and potential safety hazards.
Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Operations Manager.
Empty receptacles completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Follow route assignments, complete end-of-day documentation and checkout, and perform scheduled duties or assist other drivers as directed.
Work as an on-route Helper while obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit and completing driver training.
Manually or mechanically load and empty residential or commercial containers into the truck, including containers requiring curbside, dockside, carryout, or pullout service.
Operate hoisting devices to lift and empty bins or containers into the truck hopper.
Assist the driver with backing maneuvers while on route.