Hourly Wage: $29.05
Shift: Monday-Friday, 5am start time, some weekends
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I. Job Summary
Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front, side, or rear-end load lift
attachments dependent on the line of business they're operating in and the type
of truck they're operating. Drivers will transport the material to a disposal,
transfer or recycle facility when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial
Drivers are responsible for providing the pick-up service of containers filled
with waste or recyclable material. Containers may weigh in excess of 1,000
pounds and at times require drivers to maneuver wheeled containers to a pick-up
stage area. Commercial Drivers navigate high-traffic and congested roadways,
driveways, alleyways, and lots. Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential
to successfully perform this job. Residential Drivers are responsible for the
collection of residential household waste or recyclable material and must safely
maneuver vehicles in residential environments. Residential Drivers navigate
high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Roll-off
Drivers are responsible for preparing, loading, and transporting large mobile
open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. Roll-off Drivers will
navigate driveways, alleyways, lots, and high-traffic roadways and may operate
in tight overhead environments while on industrial routes. Highly skilled
backing maneuvers are essential, to successfully perform this job.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Operates vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical
Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of
Transportation) 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 (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
* 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 by WM or directed by the Route Manager.
* 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 by Operations Manager or Dispatch and
assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
* 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or
* 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years and
* Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country
where the position is located and
* 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 and
* 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
B. Preferred Qualifications
* High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and
occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the job.
* Standing
* Walking
* Lifting
* Pushing
* Pulling
* Crouching
* Reaching
* Handling
* Sitting
* Talking
* Hearing
This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful
candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the
ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug
and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident
evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with
government regulations and company policies.
Pay: The expected base pay range for this [office/on-site] or [hybrid] position
is $29.05 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The
specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety
of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training,
certifications, qualifications, and work location.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package
that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term
disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a
401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal
days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click
Apply.
ABOUT WM
WM (WM.com [https://www.wm.com]) is North America's leading provider of
comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and
based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and
achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides
collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential,
commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and
Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics
and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates
with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the
largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest
recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of
landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the
most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes
more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck
fleet in the industry in North America. 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. To learn more
about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit
Sustainability.WM.com [https://sustainability.wm.com/].
Equal Employment Opportunity
For United States: 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.
For Canada: 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.
Real ID
In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires
individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may
require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or
service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be
willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.
When you drive for WM, you join a team of the best drivers in the nation -
professional, well trained, and skilled. Our drivers work hard and drive safe.
They are rewarded with competitive pay, great benefits, opportunity for growth,
and they are home at night and on the weekends.
Our drivers are part of the fabric of the communities they serve. We show up on
time, help keep your communities clean and watch out for the residents. Billy is
just one of our many drivers going above and beyond for our customers. Video –
WM Driver: Billy Shelby [https://youtu.be/D3XRyeNpRIw]
Driver/Operators are expected to operate vehicles and/or equipment in a safe and
reliable manner.