CDL Truck Driver - Commercial

WM; Whitestown (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation and Personal Days

401(k) with Company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Days

Job summary

A leading waste management company is looking for an entry-level CDL Truck Driver in Whitestown, Indiana. The role involves safely operating a heavy-duty truck on designated routes, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining clean vehicles. Candidates must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and pass necessary pre-employment checks. Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off. This is a full-time position, suited for individuals eager to start a career in transportation and logistics.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License B (CDL) required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Successful completion of DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a heavy-duty truck on transfer routes.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Report any unsafe situations to Operations Manager.
• Complete and submit customer tickets for extra yardage removal.
• Ensure containers are dumped and the customer site is left clean and orderly.
• Complete route documentation and check-in procedures at day’s end.

Education

CDL-B

Job description

CDL Truck Driver - Commercial

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Job Summary

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on 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 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: None required. 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 DOT drug screen, physical, and background check, which will include previous employment check 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. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401(k), and more! Employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Location: Whitestown, IN.

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