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About the Role

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks and are responsible for providing 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 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 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.

Skills

Driving
Backing maneuvers
Customer service

Location

On-site

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

1 year of experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED (accredited) preferred

Salary/Compensations

$25.50 per hour

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
401K with company match
Discounted stock options
Dependent day care
Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

About the Company

WM is North America’s leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions.
Based in Houston, Texas, 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 and a leader in 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.