Non-CDL Driver Residential

WM (Waste Management); Key West (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) is seeking a safety‑minded heavy‑duty truck operator in Florida to join our route team. You will perform pre‑trip inspections, adhere to OSHA & DOT requirements, and ensure containers are serviced and left clean at customer sites.

No prior experience is required, but you must be at least 18, able to read and understand traffic signs, pass pre‑employment screenings, and hold a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required.
• 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, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy-duty truck in compliance with OSHA and DOT, and company safety standards.
• Performs pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections and documents issues.
• Notifies Route Manager/Dispatch of issues, incidents, or safety concerns.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness and handles container placement to avoid hazards.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when yardage adjustments are needed.

Skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career.

We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®: Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.

We Are People First: The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.

We Are Committed to Your Growth : Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.

We Are Stable: From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are a Family: At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.

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

I. Job Summary

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck 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 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.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• No prior work experience required
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located and
• 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.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical
• Current state-issued standard Driver's License
• Acceptable driving record

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D (accredited)

IV. Physical Requirements

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.

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.

V. 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. Please note that benefits may vary by site .