Apprentice, Driver

Waste Management; Wahpeton (ND); In loco; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401(k) Match

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Personal Days

Training Program

Descrizione del lavoro

Waste Management is seeking a Driver Apprentice who, after receiving a Commercial Driving Permit, will complete required training to safely operate a commercial vehicle serving customers in the assigned line of business. The role continues until all training requirements are fulfilled.

Working with a WM Driver/Trainer, you will learn to perform inspections, follow safety rules, and help improve route efficiencies while maintaining customer service standards.

Competenze

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public and complete records.
• Commercial or Non-commercial Driver's License Class C or D.

Mansioni

• Train with a WM Driver/Trainer after earning permit to safely operate a refuse/recycling vehicle.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report issues to supervision.
• Follow safety rules and DOT regulations; complete end-of-day documentation.
• Assist with route efficiencies and communicate customer requests to Dispatch.

Conoscenze

English proficiency

Public interaction

Reading and writing

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

CDL Class C or D

CDL Permit

Descrizione del lavoro

I. Job Summary

In tandem with a seasoned WM Driver and/or WM Driver Trainer, after receiving their Commercial Driving Permit, the Driver Apprentice will complete the required training to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle providing service to customers in their respective Line of Business (LOB). The Driver Apprentice will continue in this role until they complete all training requirements.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• After obtaining their Commercial Driving Permit, partners with a WM Driver and/or WM Driver Trainer to train on the proper way to operate a commercial refuse / recycling vehicle: * Operates vehicle in accordance with WM 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 Operations Manager. * Works closely with Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices. * Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, 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 Dispatch or Operations Manager. * 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 assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
• Operations Performs as an on-route Helper while obtaining their Commercial Driving Permit and completing the training to be a WM Driver: * Works in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws. * 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 Operations Manager. * Manually or mechanically load and empty residential and/or commercial containers into truck. * Containers maybe staged curbside, dockside, carryout, or require pullout to complete service. * Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper. * Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route. * Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, 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 Dispatch or Operations Manager * Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States. 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
• Commercial or Non-commercial Driver's License Class C or D

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited)
• Commercial or Non-commercial Class C or D w/ CDL Permit

• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical

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.

• Hearing
• Standing
• Walking
• Lifting
• Carrying
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Climbing
• Balancing
• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Crouching
• Crawling
• Reaching
• Handling
• Grasping
• Feeling
• Talking
• Repetitive Motions
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

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.