CDL Truck Driver — Training, Benefits & Growth

WM (Waste Management); Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with match

Discounted stock options

Dependent day care

Job summary

WM is seeking commercial drivers to operate heavy-duty trucks for waste collection and disposal across different routes. Drivers will manage pick-ups of containers and navigate varied traffic conditions, with emphasis on safety and compliance with OSHA and DOT rules.

Responsibilities include performing DVIR inspections, reporting issues, and supporting route efficiencies. WM offers comprehensive benefits and a structured growth path for field and office roles.

Qualifications

• 1 year CDL vehicle operation within the last 7 years.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public and complete records.
• Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates commercial trucks in accordance with safety rules and DOT requirements.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections and documents checks (DVIR).
• Reports unsafe situations or service-related issues to Operations Manager.
• Attends training sessions and participates in route planning and meetings.
• Works with Operations Manager to improve route efficiencies and best practices.
• Completes end-of-day documentation and ensures customer location is clean.

Skills

CDL Class A/B with air-brake

English proficiency

Safety-conscious driving

Pre/post-trip inspections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

WM is seeking commercial drivers to operate heavy-duty trucks for waste collection and disposal across different routes. Drivers will manage pick-ups of containers and navigate varied traffic conditions, with emphasis on safety and compliance with OSHA and DOT rules.

Responsibilities include performing DVIR inspections, reporting issues, and supporting route efficiencies. WM offers comprehensive benefits and a structured growth path for field and office roles.