CDL Truck Driver Residential

About the Role

Drivers operate heavy‑duty trucks equipped with front, side, or rear lift attachments, transporting waste or recyclable containers that can exceed 1,000 pounds. Depending on the line of business, drivers may perform residential collections, roll‑off container loading, or other specialized tasks that require skilled backing maneuvers in congested or tight environments. Key duties include complying with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA, DOT, and all local, state, and federal regulations; conducting pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections using DVIR forms; promptly reporting unsafe conditions, incidents, and service interruptions; attending required training and briefings; collaborating with the Operations Manager to improve route efficiency; communicating customer requests; and ensuring each site is left clean after dumping. • Operate heavy‑duty trucks with lift attachments safely and in compliance with WM, OSHA, DOT, and all applicable laws. • Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections and complete DVIR documentation. • Report unsafe conditions, incidents, accidents, and service interruptions promptly to the Operations Manager or Dispatch. • Participate in required training, briefings, and meetings and work with management to improve route efficiency. • Communicate customer requests, dump containers cleanly, and leave sites free of debris. • Follow assigned routes, complete end‑of‑day paperwork, and assist fellow drivers as needed. • Meet physical demands such as standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, and handling heavy containers.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸truck operation
• ▸lift handling
• ▸vehicle inspection
• ▸dvir reporting
• ▸incident reporting
• ▸route optimization

What You Bring

Applicants must hold a valid Class A or Class B CDL with an air‑brake endorsement, have at least one year of commercial driving or equivalent military experience within the past seven years, be at least 18 years old, and be legally eligible to work in the United States. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. The role demands physical activities such as standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, reaching, and handling heavy containers, with accommodations available for individuals with disabilities as needed. • Hold a valid Class A or Class B CDL with air‑brake endorsement and at least one year of commercial driving or equivalent military experience. • Be at least 18 years old, legally eligible to work in the United States, and preferably possess a high school diploma or GED.

Requirements

• ▸cdl
• ▸air‑brake
• ▸commercial driving
• ▸military experience
• ▸high school
• ▸physical labor

Benefits

The position works Monday through Friday starting at 6:30 am and continues until the job is finished, with occasional Saturdays as needed. WM emphasizes that this role provides more than a paycheck—it creates opportunities for employees and their families while offering a stable, meaningful work environment. WM is committed to employee growth, offering an annual Education Assistance Benefit, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, discounted stock options, dependent daycare, and other advantages. 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, though specific benefits may vary by site. • Receive a competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.

Work Environment

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