Senior, Driver

WM; Tempe (AZ); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Tempe, Arizona is seeking Senior Drivers to operate heavy-duty trucks and manage the pick-up of waste and recyclables. The ideal candidate will have a CDL-Class B license and significant driving experience. You will also be responsible for conducting vehicle inspections and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off. Join us for a rewarding career with stable work hours.

Qualifications

• 4 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• CDL-Class B License with air-brake endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in compliance with OSHA and DOT requirements.
• Conducts pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Communicates with Route Manager about unsafe situations.
• Completes all assigned duties and documentation.

Skills

CDL-Class B Commercial Drivers License

Advanced driving skills

Customer service communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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 Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members. 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 WM (formerly Waste Management) team today.

Job Summary

Senior Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front or rear end load lift attachment. Drivers are responsible for providing the pick-up service of containers filled with waste or recyclable material. Containers may weigh in excess of 1,000 pounds and at times require drivers to maneuver wheeled containers to a pick up stage area. Driver will transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycle facility when trucks reach legal load capacity. Driver navigates high traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential too successfully perform this job. Safely, and with advanced driving skills, operates a heavy-duty truck to perform duties assigned routes.

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 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.
• Uses advanced knowledge gained from previous experience to work 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 and offering guidance to other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, 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 complex 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 complex 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.

Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• 4 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL
• 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 (CDL), with an air-brake endorsement

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

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.
• Standing
• Walking
• Lifting
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Crouching
• Reaching
• Handling
• Sitting
• Talking
• Hearing

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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