I. Job Summary
Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on swing routes.
Safely drives a heavy-duty Commercial vehicle into a variety of environments;
Residential, Commercial, and Construction.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA)
and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local,
state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet;
maintains a clean and safe vehicle.
* Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using utilizing
standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR
form for corrective review/repair.
* Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to Route Manager
or Dispatch before attempting service.
* Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and
meetings as required by Route Manager.
* Works closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify
problem or unsafe accounts.
* Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch, assisting
other company drivers as directed.
* Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property
damage.
* Notifies Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine
protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems
that arise on the route.
* Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Manager.
* Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and
free of debris.
* Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
* Positions containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids
are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and
containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
* Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation
when checking-in at the end of the route.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
* 2 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or
* equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years 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.
* Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country
where the position is located and
* Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and
physical
* (CDL)-Class B
B. Preferred Qualifications
* High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited)
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and
occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the job.
* Standing
* Walking
* Lifting
* Pushing
* Pulling
* Crouching
* Reaching
* Handling
* Sitting
* Talking
* Hearing
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.
V. Benefits
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.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click
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ABOUT WM
WM (WM.com [https://www.wm.com]) is North America's leading provider of
comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and
based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and
achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides
collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential,
commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and
Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics
and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates
with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the
largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest
recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of
landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the
most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes
more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck
fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection
and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information
destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more
about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit
Sustainability.WM.com [https://sustainability.wm.com/].
Equal Employment Opportunity
For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other
characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all
applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds
protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available
on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Please notify us if you require accommodation.
Real ID
In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires
individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may
require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or
service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be
willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.
When you drive for WM, you join a team of the best drivers in the nation -
professional, well trained, and skilled. Our drivers work hard and drive safe.
They are rewarded with competitive pay, great benefits, opportunity for growth,
and they are home at night and on the weekends.
Our drivers are part of the fabric of the communities they serve. We show up on
time, help keep your communities clean and watch out for the residents. Billy is
just one of our many drivers going above and beyond for our customers. Video –
WM Driver: Billy Shelby [https://youtu.be/D3XRyeNpRIw]
Driver/Operators are expected to operate vehicles and/or equipment in a safe and
reliable manner.