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 high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, with highly skilled backing maneuvers being essential for success. Drivers will transport material to a disposal, transfer, or recycle facility when trucks reach legal load capacity.
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 the Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required.
- Works closely with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
- Notifies the Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Notifies the 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 the 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.
Skills
- Driving
- Backing maneuvers
- Customer service
Location
- On-site
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1 year
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED (accredited) preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $23.00 - $26.00/hr
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Company matching on a 401(k).
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
About the Company
- WM 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.
- WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks.
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.
