Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.
Impress employers and recruiters.
Choose from hundreds of resume examples.
Tailor your resume to this Apprentice, Driver, Commercial role.
Rezi rewrites your resume against Waste Management, Inc. (WM)'s job description. Free.
Tailor your resume to this Apprentice, Driver, Commercial role.
Rezi rewrites your resume against Waste Management, Inc. (WM)'s job description. Free.
Don't guess if your resume is good enough.
See how it scores against the Apprentice, Driver, Commercial posting at Waste Management, Inc. (WM) — free, in seconds.
Don't guess if your resume is good enough.
See how it scores against the Apprentice, Driver, Commercial posting at Waste Management, Inc. (WM) — free, in seconds.
About the Role
The Driver Apprentice will complete the required training to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle providing service to customers. This role involves partnering with a seasoned WM Driver and/or WM Driver Trainer until all training requirements are met.
Responsibilities
- Operates vehicle in accordance with WM 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 as required.
- 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 Dispatch or Operations 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.
- Manually or mechanically loads and empties residential and/or commercial containers into truck.
- Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper.
- Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
- 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.
- Commercial or Non-commercial Driver's License Class C or D.
- Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical.
- Must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.
Skills
- Commercial motor vehicle operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Route management
- Waste collection
- Hoisting device operation
- Backing maneuvers
Location
- On-site
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Apprentice
Education Level
- High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited)
Salary/Compensations
- $23.00 - $25.00
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Stock purchase plan
- Company matching on 401(k)
- Paid vacation
- Holidays
- Personal days
- Paid on-the-job training
- Your 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 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 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.
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.