Driver Apprentice: 5am Start, Training to Drive

WM (Waste Management); Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401K with match

Education assistance

Job summary

Waste Management in Florida is seeking a Driver Apprentice to work with a seasoned WM Driver/Trainer after obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit, training to safely operate a commercial refuse/recycling vehicle and serve customers in the local area.

This entry-level role includes on-the-job training, safety compliance, and progression toward becoming a WM Driver. Candidates must be 18+, eligible to work in the United States, and hold a Class C or D license; a high school diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports.
• Commercial or Non-commercial Driver's License Class C or D

Responsibilities

• Train with a WM Driver/Trainer to operate a commercial refuse/recycling vehicle after obtaining the Commercial Driving Permit.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle and document checks.
• Notify Operations Manager or Dispatch of unsafe situations, service issues, incidents or hazards.
• Attend and participate in scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings.
• Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout process.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's License Class C or D

Job description

Waste Management in Florida is seeking a Driver Apprentice to work with a seasoned WM Driver/Trainer after obtaining a Commercial Driving Permit, training to safely operate a commercial refuse/recycling vehicle and serve customers in the local area.

This entry-level role includes on-the-job training, safety compliance, and progression toward becoming a WM Driver. Candidates must be 18+, eligible to work in the United States, and hold a Class C or D license; a high school diploma is preferred.