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About the Role

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks and are responsible for the pick-up service of containers filled with waste or recyclable material. This role requires navigating various roadways, including high-traffic and congested areas, and performing skilled backing maneuvers. Drivers will transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities.

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 Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
• 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 and assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.

Requirements

• 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

• Skilled backing maneuvers
• Driving in high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots
• Operating in tight overhead environments (Roll-off Drivers)
• Customer service communication

Location

• Onsite

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving experience

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) - Preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $26.00 per hour

Benefits

• Annual Education Assistance Benefit
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K with match
• Discounted stock options
• Dependent day care
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company match on 401K
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability

About the Company

• WM (formerly Waste Management) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions.
• WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity.
• The company provides collection, recycling, and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical, and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada.
• WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America.
• WM is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials.
• WM is a leader in the beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas-to-electricity plants in North America.
• WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks, the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America.
• Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada, and Western Europe.

Equal Opportunity

• WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
• WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation.
• Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.