About The Position

Driver Helper teams with Route Driver and assists in the collection of Waste and /or Recyclable material. Works in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws. 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 Operations Manager. Manually or mechanically load and empty residential and/or commercial containers into truck. Containers maybe staged curbside, dockside, carryout, or require pullout to complete service. Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper. Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route. Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, 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. Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs. This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Requirements

  • No educational requirement
  • No work experience required
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States

Responsibilities

  • Manually or mechanically load and empty residential and/or commercial containers into truck.
  • Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper.
  • Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.
  • Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service related issues to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
  • Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, 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.
  • Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
  • Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by WM or directed by the Operations Manager.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Company matching on a 401(k)
  • Paid vacation
  • Holidays
  • Personal days
  • Annual Education Assistance Benefit
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