CDL Truck Driver PTO

Job Summary

Drivers operate heavy‑duty trucks with front, side, or rear‑end load lift attachments depending on the line of business and truck type. They transport material to disposal, transfer, or recycle facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial drivers provide pickup service for containers filled with waste or recyclable material; containers may weigh in excess of 1,000 pounds and sometimes require maneuvering to a pickup stage area.

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

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) 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.

Required Qualifications

• 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or
• 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years and
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located and
• 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 and
• 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 GED (accredited)

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This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

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), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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