CDL-A Long Haul Driver

Waste Management; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 37,195 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

401K with match

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Waste Management is seeking a driver responsible for transporting waste from WMHS locations or customer sites to transfer or processing locations. The role starts at 5:00 AM Monday through Friday with overtime as needed, and candidates must meet CDL and safety standards.

You will manage routes, ensure timely pickups, review paperwork, and communicate with supervisors to resolve issues. A pre-trip and post-trip inspection routine is required to maintain safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience driving vehicles over 5 tons or more preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficiently for public interaction and reports.
• May require mandatory immunizations and credentialing based on customer requirements.
• CDL Class A or Class 1/A-Z license is required.
• All CMV/CDL drivers must obtain a medical card from a certified medical examiner.

Responsibilities

• Transport waste from WMHS or customer locations to transfer or processing sites.
• Ensure timely and accurate transportation of medical waste on assigned routes.
• Plan daily schedules based on needs and supplied paperwork (manifests, route sheets).
• Communicate issues to Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher for resolution.
• Secure loads before operation and ensure paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Notify supervisor of any changes to pickups and any issues with accounts.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs.

Skills

CDL Class A or Class 1/A-Z

English proficiency

1 year driving experience

Immunizations/credentialing

Medical card by examiner

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Shift: Monday - Friday; 5:00 AM Starts; Plus Overtime As Needed

What is the value of a WM job?The value of a WM job ismore than a paycheck.It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family.
We Are Stable:Our WM team is home every day, and our team membersperform essential and meaningful work.
We Are Committed to Growth:Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members.
We Are Investing in You:Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more.
Who are we?#WeAreWM

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, accurately, 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

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: $31.40 Per Hour Plus Overtime

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.