CDL Truck Driver - Home Daily, 401K, PTO

WM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 29,549 - 42,085; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid personal days

Job summary

A national waste management company is seeking a CDL Truck Driver for an important entry-level role. This position requires operating a heavy-duty truck safely. Successful candidates must have a Commercial Drivers License and a clean driving record. Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, following route assignments, and ensuring customer satisfaction by keeping areas clean. The job offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance, 401K matching, and paid time off, while allowing drivers to be home daily.

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required.
• Must possess a Commercial Drivers License B (CDL).
• Must pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a heavy-duty truck on transfer routes.
• Perform pre-and post-trip inspections and report any issues.
• Maintain communication with Operations Manager about route status.

Job description

CDL Truck Driver - Home Daily, 401K, PTO

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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 OSHA and DOT requirements as well as local, state and federal requirements and the Fleet's expectations; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.
• Performs pre‑and post‑trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard DVIR; 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
  • Education: None required.
  • Experience: No prior work experience required.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
  • Commercial Drivers License B (CDL).
  • CDL is a requirement; applicant must be 18 years of age.
  • Successfully complete pre‑employment DOT drug screen, physical, and background check (previous employment check, motor vehicle record review).
  • Acceptable driving record required.

The expected base pay range for this on‑site position is $26.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

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 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

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