Apprentice Driver- Residential

WM (Waste Management); Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with match

Education assistance

Job summary

Waste Management in Florida is seeking a Driver Apprentice to work with a seasoned WM Driver/Trainer after obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit, training to safely operate a commercial refuse/recycling vehicle and serve customers in the local area.

This entry-level role includes on-the-job training, safety compliance, and progression toward becoming a WM Driver. Candidates must be 18+, eligible to work in the United States, and hold a Class C or D license; a high school diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Train with a WM Driver/Trainer to operate a commercial refuse/recycling vehicle after obtaining the Commercial Driving Permit.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle and document checks.
• Notify Operations Manager or Dispatch of unsafe situations, service issues, incidents or hazards.
• Attend and participate in scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
• Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout process.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's License Class C or D

Job description

Pay Range: $18/hr

Shift: Mon-Friday with 5am start time

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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)

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