Non-Experienced, Driver, Residential

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Elizabeth, PA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front, side, or rear-end load attachments. They transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycle facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial Drivers are responsible for the pick-up service of containers filled with waste or recyclable material, which may weigh over 1,000 pounds and sometimes require maneuvering to a pick-up stage area. They navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, requiring highly skilled backing maneuvers. Residential Drivers specifically collect residential household waste or recyclable material and must safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments. Roll-Off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations, navigating various environments including tight overhead spaces on industrial routes.

Requirements

No experience required
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
Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical
Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B with an air-brake endorsement
Must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for air travel or federal property access.

Responsibilities

Operates vehicle in accordance with Waste Management 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.
Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Operates vehicles and/or equipment in a safe and reliable manner.