CDL Truck Driver

Job Summary

The Driver Container safely operates a heavy‑duty crane mounted truck and is responsible for loading, and transporting material containers to/from customer locations. Drivers will navigate driveways, alleyways, lots, high traffic roadways and may operate in tight overhead environments. Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential, to successfully perform this job.

• Operates vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules. OSHA. (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, municipal, state, and federal laws.
• Performs pre‑and post‑trip inspections of assigned equipment and documents checks on standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service related issues to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings required by WM or Operations Manager.
• Works closely with Operations Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
• Notifies Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including blocked containers, closed lots, street, alleyways or potential safety hazards.
• Communicates customer requests to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
• Completes and submits customer tickets as required.
• Completes site evaluations to ensure locations are conductive for safe and proper servicing.
• Positions and/or returns container on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids and/or doors are properly replaced, and do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Follows route assignments as directed and completes end‑of‑day documentation and the check‑out process.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.

This job has no supervisory duties.

• Education:
  
  Not required.
• Experience:
  
  One (1) year(s) of relevant work experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving within the last 7 years.

• Hold a current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre‑employment DOT drug screen and DOT physical.
• Complete classroom training and demonstrate safe crane operation. (Some states may require certification.)

• None required.

• Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than __ pounds frequently.
• Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting and lifting up to __ pounds and pushing or pulling up to __ pounds on wheels.
• Normal setting for this job is outdoors and/or driving a video/ GPS monitored vehicle.
• Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.
• Note:
  
  The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here.

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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