DZ Driver, Residential ASL

About the Role

Drivers operate heavy‑duty trucks equipped with front, side, or rear‑end lift attachments, transporting waste, recyclables, or containers to disposal, transfer or recycling facilities. Depending on the line of business, drivers may handle residential waste collection, roll‑off containers, or large mobile units, requiring skilled backing maneuvers in congested or tight environments. Key responsibilities include operating the vehicle in compliance with Waste Management safety rules, OSHA and DOT regulations, performing pre‑ and post‑trip inspections, and documenting checks on the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report. Drivers must report unsafe conditions, incidents or service interruptions to the Operations Manager or Dispatch, and keep customers’ sites clean after dumping. Additional duties involve following assigned routes, completing end‑of‑day paperwork, assisting other drivers when needed, and participating in required training, briefings and meetings. Drivers work closely with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and communicate customer requests. • Operate trucks in compliance with WM safety, OSHA and DOT regulations. • Perform pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections and complete DVIR documentation. • Report unsafe conditions, incidents, accidents or service interruptions immediately. • Attend all required training, briefings and meetings. • Collaborate with Operations Manager to improve route efficiency and address customer requests. • Follow assigned routes, dump receptacles, clean the site and complete end‑of‑day paperwork. • Assist fellow drivers as directed to meet customer needs. • Perform physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching and reaching.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸truck operation
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸vehicle inspection
• ▸route efficiency
• ▸customer service
• ▸paperwork completion

What You Bring

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada, hold a current DZ or Class 3 (or higher) licence, be at least 18 years old, and possess an acceptable driving record. They must also pass a pre‑employment drug screen, physical, background check and motor‑vehicle record review. The role requires physical activities such as standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, handling, sitting, talking and hearing. Reasonable accommodations can be provided for individuals with disabilities. WM is an equal‑opportunity employer in both the United States and Canada and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the selection process. Candidates must have a REAL ID or an acceptable TSA‑approved alternative for any required travel. • Hold a valid DZ or Class 3 (or higher) licence and be eligible to work in Canada. • Maintain an acceptable driving record and pass drug screening, physical and background checks. • Be prepared to obtain a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel requirements.

Requirements

• ▸class 3
• ▸driving record
• ▸real id
• ▸drug screen
• ▸physical test
• ▸eligibility

Benefits

This is a union position at the Petrolia hauling site with a starting wage of $31.15 per hour. The regular shift runs from 6:30 am for nine hours, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work. Overtime is paid for any time beyond nine hours in a day. Employees receive a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and short‑term disability coverage, as well as paid vacation, holidays and personal days. Benefits may vary by site. • Receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and short‑term disability benefits. • Earn paid vacation, holidays and personal days.

Work Environment

Field