Driver Tractor Trailer - Hyattsville, MD

VetJobs; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Stock options

Dependent day care

Education assistance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Personal days

Job summary

Waste Management is seeking a CDL-A truck driver to operate a tractor-trailer on designated routes, with a focus on safety and on-time delivery. The role includes pre/post-trip inspections, reporting issues, and coordinating with Operations and Dispatch to optimize routes.

The position is on-site in Hyattsville, MD, requiring English proficiency, a valid CDL-A, and completion of pre-employment screening. Health benefits, 401(k), and education assistance are provided.

Qualifications

• CDL-Class A required.
• 2 years of experience driving a Tractor Trailer.
• Able to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public and complete records.
• Must be at least 18 and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Pre-employment drug screen and physical required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck on designated routes.
• Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections and logs issues using the eDVIR system.
• Reports unsafe conditions to Operations Manager and Dispatch before proceeding.
• Cooperates in scheduled training and meetings as required by Operations Manager.
• Completes route documentation and communicates changes to Operations Manager and Dispatch.

Skills

CDL-A

English proficiency

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Shift: Monday-Friday, 4:30 am - 5:00 pm

Occasional Saturdays, 5:00 am - 9:00 am

Pay: $31.00 per hour

(HOME EVERYDAY!)

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 members perform essential and meaningful work.

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

We Are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members.

Who are we? #WeAreWM

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

I. Job Summary

Safely operates a tractor-trailer or a straight truck with a pup trailer (or other vehicle requiring a Class A CDL) to perform assigned duties on designated routes.

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 standard eDVIR (electronic Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on eDVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or unscheduled service calls to Operations Manager and Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Operations Manager.
• Works closely with Operations Managers and Dispatch to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager and Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
• Notifies Operations Manager and Dispatch of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, services that cannot be completed, or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests, issues, or service changes to Operations Manager and Dispatch.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer's location clean and free of debris.
• Positions containers on the customer's property in a manner that ensures 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.

Auto req ID: 482882BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

III. Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• CDL-Class A
• 2 years of experience driving a Tractor Trailer
• 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 and
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located and
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical
• Preferred Qualifications
• High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited)

IV. Physical Requirements

Standing
Walking
Lifting
Pushing
Pulling
Crouching
Reaching
Handling
Sitting
Talking
Hearing

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre-employment screening, post-incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing, in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Pay: The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $31.00 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location

Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.

City*

Hyattsville

State*

Maryland

Job_Category

Driver

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

Waste Management