Commercial Front-end Load Driver

Job Summary

Drivers operate heavy‑duty trucks with front, side, or rear‑end load lift attachments, depending on the line of business they operate and the type of truck. Drivers transport material to a disposal, transfer or recycle facility when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial drivers provide pick‑up service of containers filled with waste or recyclable material. Containers may weigh over 1,000 pounds and require drivers to maneuver them to a pick‑up stage area.

Commercial drivers navigate high‑traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Highly skilled backing manoeuvres are essential. Residential drivers collect residential household waste or recyclable material and must safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments. They also navigate high‑traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Roll‑off drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open‑top and compactor containers from customer locations.

They navigate driveways, alleyways, lots, and high‑traffic roadways, may operate in tight overhead environments while on industrial routes. Highly skilled backing manoeuvres are essential to perform this job.

• 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 using the standard DVIR.
• Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service‑related issues to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled training programmes, 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.

• At least 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years.
• 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.
• CDL Class A, with an air‑brake endorsement upon hire.
• CDL Class B, with an air‑brake endorsement upon hire.

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).

• Standing
• Walking
• Lifting
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Crouching
• Reaching
• Handling
• Sitting
• Talking
• Hearing

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and short‑term disability. Additional benefits include a stock purchase plan, company match on 401(k) and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.