CDL Truck Driver - Residential

Job Summary

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments depending on the line of business. They transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycle facilities 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 more than 1,000 pounds and sometimes require maneuvering.

Commercial Drivers navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, requiring highly skilled backing maneuvers. Residential Drivers are responsible for collecting residential household waste or recyclable material and must safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments. Roll‑off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations, sometimes operating in tight overhead environments while on industrial routes.

Highly skilled backing maneuvers 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 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.

• 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
• Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
• Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air‑brake endorsement upon hire
• Or Class B Commercial Driver License (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 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), paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.