CDL Truck Driver Residential

WM; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading waste management company as a Truck Driver, where you'll safely operate a heavy-duty truck, ensuring community cleanliness and safety. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth while being home every night. This entry-level position requires a CDL and offers a supportive work environment focused on safety and service.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with match

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Personal Days

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates a heavy-duty truck on transfer routes.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle.
• Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch.

Tools

Commercial Drivers License B (CDL)

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Job Description

We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

Shift: Monday-Friday, 5:30am start time

What is the value of a WM job? 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 Committed to Growth: 100% tuition paid for benefits eligible employees and their family, and established career progression.

We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

Who are we? #WeAreWM

Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today.

I. Job Summary

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

II. Essential Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

1. Operate 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; maintain a clean and safe vehicle.
2. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); note all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
3. Immediately report any unsafe situations or service calls to Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
4. Participate and cooperate in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Route Manager.
5. Work closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
6. Perform all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
7. Notify Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
8. Notify Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems that arise on the route.
9. Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Manager.
10. Completely dump all containers and leave the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
11. Complete and submit customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
12. Position containers on the customer’s property to ensure lids are properly replaced, containers are upright, and do not block driveways or traffic.
13. Follow route assignments throughout the day and complete all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory duties.

IV. Qualifications

The requirements listed below are necessary to perform the job:

• Education: None required.
• Experience: No prior work experience required.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements:
• Commercial Drivers License B (CDL).
• The CDL is required; applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Successfully complete pre-employment DOT drug screen, physical, and background check, including employment and motor vehicle record review.
• Acceptable driving record required.

Benefits

At Waste Management, eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Stock Purchase Plan, 401K match, Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Benefits may vary by site.

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About Us

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America’s largest waste management environmental solutions provider, based in Houston, Texas. WM provides collection, recycling, and disposal services across the U.S. and Canada, focusing on sustainability and environmental solutions, with extensive infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics, and renewable energy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WM is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Real ID

Candidates may need a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative for travel or federal property access, and must be willing to obtain one if necessary.

About The Team

WM drivers are professional, well-trained, and committed to safety, community service, and customer satisfaction. They enjoy competitive pay, benefits, growth opportunities, and are typically home at night and weekends.

Our drivers are integral to community cleanliness and safety, exemplified by drivers like Billy Shelby. Video – WM Driver: Billy Shelby

Drivers are expected to operate vehicles safely and reliably.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

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