Apprentice Driver Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to interact with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports.
• Commercial or non-commercial Driver’s License Class C or D.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a drug screen and physical.
• Comply with safety rules and protocols; the role may be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• Accredited high school diploma or GED.
• Commercial or non-commercial Class C or D license with a Commercial Driver’s License permit.

Responsibilities

• Train with a WM Driver and/or Driver Trainer to learn safe operation of a commercial refuse or recycling vehicle.
• Operate the vehicle in accordance with WM safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them using the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
• Report unsafe situations, service issues, incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
• Work with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
• Notify Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions and potential hazards, including inaccessible streets and receptacles too heavy to service.
• Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Operations Manager.
• Empty receptacles fully and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
• Follow route assignments, complete end-of-day documentation and checkout, and assist other drivers as directed.
• While obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit and completing driver training, work as an on-route Helper.
• Manually or mechanically load and empty residential or commercial containers into the truck, including containers staged curbside or dockside, carried out, or requiring pullout.
• Operate hoisting devices to lift and empty bins or containers into the truck hopper.
• Assist the driver with backing maneuvers while on route.
• Perform duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch to meet customer needs.

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
• Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program
• Paid on-the-job training
• Career progression opportunities
• Dependent day care