Driver Residential - ASL

WM•Texarkana, TX

About The Position

Residential Drivers collect household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver heavy-duty vehicles in residential environments, including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Drivers transport collected material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the truck reaches legal load capacity. The role requires safe operation of the vehicle and compliance with applicable company, OSHA, DOT, and local, state, and federal requirements. It is designated safety sensitive and may involve drug and alcohol testing under government regulations and company policies. Drivers inspect their assigned vehicle before and after trips, document inspections using a Driver Vehicle Inspection Report, follow route assignments, complete required end-of-day documentation, and help ensure customer locations are left clean and free of debris. They communicate incidents, service issues, hazards, customer requests, and service interruptions to the appropriate operations or dispatch staff. The role also includes participating in training and meetings and working with operations staff to improve route efficiency and meet customer needs.

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.
Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
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.
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.
Able to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking, and hearing.
Comply strictly 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

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Operate the vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
Report unsafe situations, service-related issues, incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Notify the Operations Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles that are 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.
Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and transport it to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the vehicle reaches legal load capacity.