About the Role
Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks and are responsible for the pick-up service of waste or recyclable material. This role involves navigating various roadways, performing skilled backing maneuvers, and ensuring customer locations are left clean. Drivers are expected to operate vehicles safely and reliably, adhering to all safety regulations and company policies.
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 Route Manager or Dispatch.
- Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
- Works closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
- Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Notifies Route 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 Dispatch or Route Manager.
- 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
- No experience required.
- 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.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
- 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
- Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement
- Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B with an air-brake endorsement
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Education Level
- High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited) preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $22.00 to $31.00
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Company matching on 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 customers.
- 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 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.
