CDL Truck Driver

Pay Range: $22.00 to $31.00

Sign‑On Bonus: $2,500

Shift: Monday‑Friday, 5am start time

Drivers operate heavy‑duty trucks with various load lift attachments depending on the line of business. They transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycle facilities when trucks reach legal capacity. Commercial Drivers provide pick‑up service of containers filled with waste or recyclable material, sometimes weighing more than 1,000 pounds. Residential Drivers collect household waste or recyclable material, operating in residential environments. Roll‑Off Drivers prepare, load, and transport large mobile containers from customer locations, often navigating tight and overhead spaces.

• Operate vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and all local, state and federal laws.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of assigned vehicle and document checks using the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
• Immediately report all unsafe situations or service‑related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by Waste Management or directed by the Route Manager.
• Work closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Notify Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notify Route 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 Dispatch or Route Manager.
• 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 Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.

Required Qualifications

• No experience required.
• 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.
• Successfully complete pre‑employment screening, including drug screen and physical.
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air‑brake endorsement or Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B with an air‑brake endorsement.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited).

Role is safety‑sensitive and requires strict compliance with all safety rules and protocols. The successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability. Additional benefits include a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.