CDL Truck Driver- Commercial

WM; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with company match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Key West is looking for a CDL Truck Driver to operate heavy-duty trucks and perform essential tasks on transfer routes. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate starting at $20+ per hour and includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and company-matched 401K. No prior experience is required, but candidates must hold a Commercial Driver’s License and be at least 18 years old. Join a stable team ensuring essential services in the community.

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required.
• Commercial Driver’s License B (CDL) is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a heavy-duty truck on transfer routes.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Report any unsafe situations or service calls to the Operations Manager.
• Participate in scheduled training and briefings.
• Assist other company drivers as directed.

Job description

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Pay Range: $20+ per hour depending on experience
Shift: Monday - Friday every week, 4:00 AM (start time)

The value of a WM job is more 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 members perform essential and meaningful work.
We Are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members.
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Job Summary

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

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate vehicle in accordance with OSHA, DOT and all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintain a clean and safe vehicle.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of assigned vehicle using DVIR; note all issues for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately report any unsafe situations or service calls to Operations Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participate and cooperate in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Operations Manager.
• Work closely with Operations Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Perform all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notify Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notify Dispatch or Operations Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick‑ups or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Operations Manager.
• Completely dump all containers and leave the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Position containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position and do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Follow route assignments throughout the day and complete all documentation when checking‑in at the end of the route.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory duties.

Qualifications

• Education: None required.
• Experience: No prior work experience required.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements:
  • Commercial Driver’s License B (CDL).
  • Age 18 or older.
  • Successfully complete pre‑employment DOT drug screen, physical, background check including previous employment and motor vehicle record review.
  • Acceptable driving record required.

Benefits

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. We also offer a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, Paid Vacation, Holidays and Personal Days. Benefits may vary by site.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

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