CDL A Driver

WM (Waste Management); Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boot allowance

Job summary

Waste Management (WM) is seeking a driver to transport waste from WMHS or customer locations to transfer or processing sites in Woodbridge Township, NJ. The role requires safe driving, route planning, and strict adherence to regulations.

Base pay is disclosed as $34.00 per hour with a boot allowance of $250.00. This on-site position emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service as part of WM's commitment to growth and a sustainable tomorrow.

Qualifications

• 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.
• CDL Class A license is required for operating heavier vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Transport waste from WMHS or customer locations to transfer or processing sites.
• Drive safely and in compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Plan daily routes using provided manifests and route sheets; communicate issues to supervisors.
• Ensure loads are secured before operation and paperwork is completed legibly and accurately.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report defects to supervisors.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class A

Job description

Stericycle is now part of WM. To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle,

Pay Rate: $34.00

Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am until Route end

Boot Allowance: $250.00

What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career.

We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow: Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.

We Are People First: The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.

We Are Committed to Your Growth : Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.

We Are Stable: From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are a Family: At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.

We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

I. Job Summary

Responsible for transporting waste from either a WMHS location or customer location, to a transfer location or processing location.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages assigned routes ensuring that medical waste is transported in a timely and accurate manner.
• Responsible for picking up and transporting waste safely according to all federal, state, and local rules and regulations
• Plans daily schedule based on WMHS or customer needs by reviewing daily paperwork, e.g., manifest, route sheets, previous VCR, etc. provided by Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher.
• Communicates any issues to Transportation Manager/Supervisor and/or Dispatcher for resolution.
• Ensures load is secured prior to operating vehicle on public highway.
• Ensures that assigned paperwork is completed legibly, neatly, accurate, and completely and returned to Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher, at the time of debriefing, for processing.
• Communicates with WMHS Transportation Manager/Supervisor and/or Dispatcher regarding any change to pickups. Ensures that Route Manager servicing the specific route is aware of any situations outside the norm in order to provide the highest level of customer service. Reports any problems/issues with accounts to the Transportation Manager/Supervisor and/or Dispatcher before the close of business each day.
• Performs a documented pre-trip inspection on vehicles prior to leaving yard to commence route. Performs a documented post-trip inspection on vehicles prior to being debriefed for the day. Reports any maintenance problems to Transportation Manager/Supervisor and/or Dispatcher for follow-up. Ensures all defects have been corrected prior to operating the vehicles again.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience driving vehicles from at least 5 tons and completion of an accredited driving school is preferred
• 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
• May require mandatory immunizations and credentialing based on customer requirements
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A or Class 1/A-Z license
• All CMV/CDL drivers must be able to obtain a medical card by a certified medical examiner

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

IV. Physical Requirements

• Standing
• Walking
• Lifting
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Crouching
• Reaching
• Handling
• Sitting
• Talking
• Hearing

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

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.

Pay : The expected base pay range for this on‑site position is $34.00 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a succ