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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 high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, with highly skilled backing maneuvers being essential. Residential Drivers collect household waste or recyclable material, while Roll-off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers.

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 by the Operations Manager or Dispatch 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 for potential air travel or federal property access.

Skills

Operating heavy-duty trucks
Transporting material to disposal, transfer, or recycle facilities
Pick-up service of waste or recyclable material containers
Navigating high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots
Highly skilled backing maneuvers
Preparing, loading, and transporting large mobile open-top and compactor containers
Operating in tight overhead environments
Performing pre and post-trip inspections
Documenting checks utilizing the standard DVIR
Reporting unsafe situations or service-related issues
Attending training programs, briefings, and meetings
Improving route efficiencies
Identifying best practices
Notifying management of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage
Notifying management of service interruptions
Communicating customer requests
Dumping receptacles
Following route assignments
Completing end-of-day documentation and check-out process
Assisting other drivers

Location

US
Canada

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

1 year of experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED (accredited) preferred

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
Paid on-the-job training
Tomorrow Education Assistance Program

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 innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics, and renewable energy.
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 operates the most landfill gas-to-electricity plants in North America.
WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks.
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.