Driver Route Non-CDL Med; WMHS), RWCS Punta Gorda, FL

Driver Route Non-CDL Med (WMHS), RWCS Punta Gorda, FL Job Summary

The Medical Waste Route Driver is responsible for servicing assigned accounts in a professional manner, ensuring that customers' needs are met for various waste pickup and supply delivery. This role will always provide the highest level of customer service possible. They may also transport waste from a WMHS location or customer location to a transfer or processing location. All company‑assigned vehicles are equipped with camera telematics, an electronic logging device (ELD), and GPS.

• Manages assigned routes ensuring customers’ waste is picked up safely, timely and accurately.
• Pickup and transport waste safely according to federal, provincial and local rules and regulations.
• Plans daily schedule based on customers’ needs by reviewing daily paperwork (e.g., manifest, route sheets, VCR). Converts information provided by the Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher.
• Follows routing software schedule.
• Prepares, loads trucks and ensures supplies are added; unloads trucks at various sites, securing waste.
• Collects waste from each scheduled customer site; ensures customers have prepared waste per applicable rules.
• Provides highest level of customer service; reports issues to the Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher, including re‑routes, container size adjustments, training needs.
• Secures waste, supplies and equipment prior to operating vehicle on public highway.
• Completes required paperwork legibly, neatly, accurately, and returns it to the Transportation Supervisor or Dispatcher; completes DOT Driver Log if applicable.
• Communicates with the Transportation Supervisor/Dispatcher regarding route changes and when customers cannot provide waste; reports any problems before the end of business each day.
• Performs pre‑trip and post‑trip maintenance on the truck and reports maintenance issues to the dispatcher; logs hours using ELD and Geotab per DOT guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

A. Required Qualifications

• 0–1 year of experience, preferably driving box trucks and managing routes.
• Commercial Driver’s License, Class B or above, with an excellent driving record.

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).

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

Field:
This job operates in both inside garage or shop conditions and outdoor environments with inclement weather, heat, and humidity.

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

To travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals to have a REAL  an acceptable alternative. This position may require air travel for business reasons or service to federal property. Successful candidates must have or be willing to obtain a REAL  TSA‑approved alternative.

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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of any ground protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates during the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.