Non-Experienced, Residential Driver, Benefits Day One
About The Position
Residential Drivers collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver heavy-duty vehicles in residential environments. Drivers navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. They operate vehicles equipped with load-lift attachments and transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. The role is safety-sensitive and requires compliance with company safety rules and applicable OSHA, DOT, and local, state, and federal requirements. Drivers perform vehicle inspections, report safety or service issues, follow assigned routes, complete end-of-day documentation, and work with Route Managers and Dispatch to improve route efficiency and meet customer needs. Paid on-the-job training and career progression are noted by the company.
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.
- 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.
- Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or CDL Class B with an air-brake endorsement.
- Must comply strictly with safety rules and protocols; the role is designated safety-sensitive and may require drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or G.E.D. (accredited).
Responsibilities
- Operate the vehicle in accordance with WM 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).
- Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
- Attend and participate in scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
- Work with the Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
- Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Notify the Route Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service, or potential safety hazards.
- Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
- Completely empty receptacles and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
- Follow assigned routes and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
- Perform duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
- Collect residential household waste or recyclable material and safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments.
- Transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycling facility when the truck reaches legal load capacity.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Stock purchase plan
- Company matching on a 401(k)
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Personal days
- Paid on-the-job training
- Education assistance program
- Career progression
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
