CDL Truck Driver - Commercial Front Load Driver

Schedule

Shift: Mon‑Fri 5:00 am start

Drivers operate heavy‑duty trucks equipped with front, side, or rear‑end load lift attachments, depending on the line of business and truck type.

Commercial drivers provide pickup services for containers filled with waste or recyclable material, often weighing over 1,000 pounds, and must maneuver wheeled containers to pickup stages.

Residential drivers collect household waste or recyclable material, navigating residential environments such as driveways, alleyways, and lots, and performing skilled backing maneuvers.

Roll‑off drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile open‑top and compactor containers from customer locations, operating on industrial routes with tight overhead environments.

• Operate vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA, DOT, and all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of assigned vehicle and document checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
• Immediately report all unsafe situations or service‑related issues to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by WM or directed by the Route Manager.
• Work closely with Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Notify Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notify Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service, or potential safety hazards.
• Communicate customer requests to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Completely dump all receptacles and leave the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Follow route assignments as directed and complete end‑of‑day documentation and check‑out process.
• Perform all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch and assist 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.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
• 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.
• Successfully complete pre‑employment screening, including drug screen and physical.
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air‑brake endorsement.
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B with an air‑brake endorsement.

• 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, employees are offered a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran