Description

Key responsibilities include operating the vehicle in compliance with OSHA, DOT, and all local, state, and federal regulations while keeping the truck clean and safe. The driver completes pre‑ and post‑trip inspections using the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report, reports any unsafe conditions, and notifies management of incidents or property damage. Additional tasks involve cooperating with training, improving route efficiency, assisting other drivers, communicating customer requests, fully dumping containers, maintaining a clean site, positioning containers correctly, and finalizing all required documentation at the end of each route.

• Operate heavy‑duty truck safely following OSHA, DOT, and all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections using DVIR and report any issues.
• Report unsafe conditions, service calls, incidents, accidents, or property damage to Operations Manager or Dispatch immediately.
• Participate in scheduled training, briefings, and meetings.
• Collaborate with Operations Managers to improve route efficiency and address unsafe accounts.
• Assist other drivers as directed and follow assigned routes and schedules.
• Communicate customer requests, dump containers, clean sites, and reposition containers correctly.
• Complete and submit customer tickets for excess yardage and finalize documentation at route end.

Requirements

The driver safely operates a heavy‑duty truck on designated routes, performing the duties assigned by the Operations Manager or Dispatch. All work is performed in accordance with company safety standards.

• Hold a current state‑issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

The value of a WM job goes beyond a paycheck; it creates opportunities for you and your family. WM is a stable employer where the team works daily on essential, meaningful tasks. #WeAreWM invites you to apply and join the Waste Management team.

No formal education or prior experience is required, but a current state‑issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is mandatory. The hourly wage is $20.75, with the exact rate based on experience, training, certifications, and location.

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

• Earn an hourly wage of $20.75, adjustable based on experience, location, and qualifications.
• Receive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.

Training + Development

Interview process

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Security clearance