CDL Truck Driver Swing

Waste Management; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Management is seeking a Heavy-Duty Truck Operator to safely operate vehicles for essential waste management services. This role entails ensuring compliance with safety regulations, maintaining cleanliness during operations, and contributing to efficient route management. Eligible employees will have access to generous benefits including a competitive compensation package, 100% tuition coverage, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Life Insurance and Short Term Disability

Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work.
• 2 years of driving experience required or military equivalent.
• CDL Class B license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty truck safely while following all regulations.
• Inspect vehicles pre- and post-trip to ensure safe operation.
• Report safety issues or incidents to Route Manager.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Safety compliance

Efficient route management

Education

High School or GED

CDL - Class B Commercial Drivers License

Job description

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 Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team membersperform essential and meaningful work.

We Are Committed to Growth: 100% tuition paid for benefits eligible employees andtheir 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 Waste Management team today.

I. Job Summary

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on swing routes. Safely drives a heavy-duty Commercial vehicle into a variety of environments; Residential, Commercial, and Construction.

II. 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 utilizing 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 Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Route Manager.
• Works closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
• Notifies 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.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route 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.

A. Required Qualifications

• 2 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or
• Equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
• (CDL)-Class B Commercial Drivers License

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School or GED (accredited)

IV. Physical Demand / Work Environment

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Required to exert physical effort that will include but is not limited to frequent standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and; Constantly sitting and; Occasionally grasping, climbing, balancing, and kneeling.

V. Benefits

At WM, 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.

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