CDL Truck Driver - $34.75/hr, Mon-Fri 5am, Some Weekends

WM (Waste Management); Compton (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) in California is hiring CDL drivers to operate heavy-duty trucks for residential, commercial, and roll-off service. The role involves safe driving, efficient route execution, and proper dumping of waste at disposal or recycling facilities.

You will perform thorough vehicle inspections, follow safety protocols, and communicate any issues to dispatch. The position requires valid CDL, English proficiency, and the ability to work a Monday–Friday schedule with some weekends.

Qualifications

• 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL
• 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
• 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
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with an air-brake endorsement or
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B with an air-brake endorsement

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle and documents checks
• Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues
• Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs and meetings
• Works closely with Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies
• Notifies Operations Manager of incidents or service interruptions
• Communicates customer requests to Operations Manager or Dispatch
• Completely dumps all receptacles and leaves the customer's location clean

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

Tools

CDL Class A with air-brake endorsement

CDL Class B with air-brake endorsement

Job description

WM (Waste Management) in California is hiring CDL drivers to operate heavy-duty trucks for residential, commercial, and roll-off service. The role involves safe driving, efficient route execution, and proper dumping of waste at disposal or recycling facilities.

You will perform thorough vehicle inspections, follow safety protocols, and communicate any issues to dispatch. The position requires valid CDL, English proficiency, and the ability to work a Monday–Friday schedule with some weekends.