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About the Role

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks to transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities. They are responsible for the pick-up service of waste or recyclable materials, navigating various roadways and performing skilled backing maneuvers. Specific roles include Residential Drivers for household waste and Roll-off Drivers for large containers.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in accordance with safety and legal requirements.
• Performs and documents pre and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Immediately reports unsafe situations or service issues.
• Attends required training, briefings, and meetings.
• Collaborates with management to improve route efficiencies.
• Notifies management of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Reports service interruptions and potential hazards.
• Communicates customer requests to management.
• Ensures complete dumping of receptacles and leaves the customer's location clean.
• Follows route assignments and completes end-of-day documentation.
• Performs scheduled duties and assists other drivers as needed.

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.
• Able to read, write, and speak English sufficiently for job-related interactions.
• 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
• Operating heavy-duty trucks
• Customer service communication

Location

• On-site

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 1 year of experience

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $22.50 - $26.33 per hour

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Stock purchase plan
• Company matching on 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid personal days

About the Company

• WM is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions.
• Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas.
• Driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity.
• Provides collection, recycling, and disposal services to millions of customers.
• Has innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics, and renewable energy.
• Aims to help customers pursue their sustainability goals.
• Operates the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America.
• Is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials.
• A leader in beneficial use of landfill gas.
• Operates the most landfill gas-to-electricity plants in North America.
• Has the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet in North America.
• Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste and secure information destruction.

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.