Driver Roll Off
About The Position
Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments, depending on the specific line of business and truck type. Their primary role is to transport collected material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities once the trucks reach legal load capacity. The position involves providing pick-up services for containers filled with waste or recyclable material, which can weigh over 1,000 pounds and may require manual maneuvering to a pick-up stage area. Drivers must navigate challenging environments including high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, with highly skilled backing maneuvers being essential for successful performance. Specifically, Commercial Drivers focus on container pick-up, Residential Drivers collect household waste or recyclables in residential areas, and Roll-off Drivers are responsible for preparing, loading, and transporting large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations, often operating in tight overhead environments on industrial routes. Drivers are expected to operate vehicles and/or equipment in a safe and reliable manner.
Requirements
- 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years
- 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
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
- (CDL)-Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A, with an air-brake endorsement Upon Hire or (CDL)-Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B, with an air-brake endorsement. Upon Hire
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
Responsibilities
- Operates vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) 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 (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
- Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by WM or directed by the Route Manager.
- Works closely with Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
- Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Notifies Operations 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 Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- 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.
- Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch and assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Benefits
- competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability.
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Company match on 401K
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
