CDL Truck Driver at WM Watertown, MA

WM; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Short Term Disability

401(k) match

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Personal Days

Job summary

WM in Watertown, Massachusetts is looking for a Truck Driver to safely operate heavy-duty trucks on transfer routes, adhering to safety regulations. You will be responsible for vehicle inspections, reporting issues, maintaining cleanliness, and completing all necessary documentation.

No prior experience is required, but a valid Commercial Driver’s License B (CDL) is mandatory. The position offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License B (CDL).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a heavy-duty truck on transfer routes.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Immediately report unsafe situations to Operations Manager.

Job description

Job Summary

Safely operates a heavy‑duty truck to perform assigned duties on transfer routes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in accordance with OSHA and DOT requirements and company fleet expectations; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.
• Performs pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of assigned vehicle using the standard DVIR; notes all issues on the DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to Operations Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Operations Manager.
• Works closely with Operations Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notifies Dispatch or Operations Manager of issues as prescribed by the Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick‑ups or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Operations Manager.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer's location clean and free of debris.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Positions containers on the customer's property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking‑in at the end of the route.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory duties.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Education: None required.
• Experience: No prior work experience required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

• Commercial Driver’s License B (CDL).
• The CDL is a requirement; therefore, an applicant must be 18 years of age.
• Successfully complete pre‑employment screening, including drug screen and physical.
• Acceptable driving record required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability.
• Stock Purchase Plan, company match on 401(k).
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days.
• Additional benefits vary by site.

Pay

Base pay range: $23.00 – $26.00 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equality matters: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.