CDL Truck Driver, Residential

Job Title

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on transfer routes.

This position consists of 50% physical labor and 50% driving.

1+ years of experience in the trash industry and/or local delivery driving is highly preferred

The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family.

Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to Operations Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Operations Manager.
• Works closely with Operations Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
• Notifies Dispatch or Operations Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Operations Manager.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer's location clean and free of debris.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Positions containers on the customer's property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.

This job has no supervisory duties.

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

• Education: None required.
• Experience: No prior work experience required.

• Commercial Drivers License B (CDL).
• The CDL is a requirement, therefore, an applicant must be 18 years of age.
• Successfully complete pre-employment DOT drug screen, physical, and background check, which will include previous employment check, and motor vehicle record review.
• Acceptable driving record required.

The expected hourly rate for this position is $38.33. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Employees will also receive up to 120 hours of paid time off per year, accrued on a payroll period basis and 11 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.