CDL Truck Driver Residential

WM; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 30,651 - 42,526; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) company match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Personal days

Job summary

A waste management company in Saint Cloud, MN, is seeking a full-time truck operator. Responsibilities include safely operating a heavy-duty truck, performing pre-trip inspections, and reporting unsafe situations. Candidates must hold a valid CDL Class B and be at least 18 years old. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans. This entry-level position offers competitive pay based on experience, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• No prior work experience needed.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a heavy-duty truck on transfer routes.
• Perform pre and post-trip inspections.
• Report unsafe situations to the Operations Manager.
• Complete documentation at the end of the route.

Job description

Job Summary

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate vehicle in accordance with OSHA, DOT, and all local, state, and federal requirements and company expectations, maintaining a clean and safe vehicle.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections using the standard DVIR; note all issues for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately report any unsafe situations or service calls to the Operations Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participate and cooperate in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Operations Manager.
• Work closely with Operations Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Perform all duties as scheduled by the Operations Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notify the Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notify Dispatch or the 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.
• Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or the 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 so that lids are properly replaced, containers are set upright, and containers 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 and Experience
  None required; no prior work experience needed.
• Certificates, Licenses, and Other Requirements
  Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, successfully complete a pre‑employment DOT drug screen, physical, and background check (including previous employment check and motor‑vehicle record review), and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Minimum hourly rate: $22.25 - $30.87, depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

Benefits

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, company match on 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.

Location: St Cloud, MN
Employment Type: Full‑time
Seniority Level: Entry level
Job Function: Management and Manufacturing