Swing, Driver Commercial

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Aurora, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Safely operates a heavy-duty commercial truck on assigned swing routes, driving in residential, commercial, and construction environments. The driver follows route assignments, completes required inspections and documentation, maintains a clean and safe vehicle, and provides reliable service while complying with OSHA, DOT, and applicable local, state, federal, and company requirements. This is a safety-sensitive role requiring compliance with safety rules and protocols, and may involve drug and alcohol testing during employment. The position is on-site and pays an expected base rate of $31 per hour. The shift starts between 4:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m., with an average shift of 10–12 hours. Drivers are described as being home at night and on weekends.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL, or equivalent military driving experience, within the last 7 years.
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.
At least 18 years of age and 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; the position may require drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random 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.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a heavy-duty commercial vehicle on assigned swing routes and in residential, commercial, and construction settings.
Operate the vehicle in accordance with OSHA, DOT, applicable local, state, and federal requirements, and company fleet expectations; maintain a clean and safe vehicle.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR), document issues, and submit them for corrective review or repair.
Immediately report unsafe situations or 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 problem or unsafe customer accounts.
Perform duties as 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.
Notify Dispatch or the Route Manager of issues under Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pickups, or other route problems.
Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Completely empty containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
Position containers appropriately on customer property, ensuring lids are replaced, containers are upright, and they do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
Follow route assignments throughout the day and complete all documentation when checking in at the end of the route.