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Driver Residential

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today. I. Job Summary Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments dependent on the line of ...

Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today. I. Job Summary Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments dependent on the line of ...

Driver Residential

Fairborn, OH

$18 - $24.25/hr

Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today. I. Job Summary Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments dependent on the line of ...

Driver Residential

Fairborn, OH

$18 - $24.25/hr

Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today. I. Job Summary Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments dependent on the line of ...

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Waste Management Jobs Information

What is it like to work at Waste Management?

Waste Management is a company that prioritizes a culture of safety, sustainability, and community involvement, emphasizing the importance of protecting the environment and public health. The company operates a large fleet of vehicles and employs a diverse team of drivers, mechanics, customer service representatives, and environmental specialists who work together to collect and process waste, with a focus on reducing landfill waste and promoting recycling. For those interested in a career in the environmental services industry, Waste Management offers opportunities for professional growth, competitive compensation, and a chance to make a positive impact on local communities.

Do workers at Waste Management get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
60% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Does Waste Management pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
77% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

At Waste Management, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
59% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 130 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Waste Management affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
91% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 117 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Waste Management?

Most people get paid time off work.
99% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 135 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 72% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 13% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at Waste Management worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
78% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 139 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do Waste Management workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
51% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Waste Management workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
35% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Waste Management?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
85% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Waste Management managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
81% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 139 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Waste Management spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
11% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 142 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Waste Management?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
85% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 126 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is a Waste Management job good for students?

Only some students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
41% of students report this isn’t a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Is working at Waste Management good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
68% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Waste Management feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
85% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 122 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Waste Management get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
87% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 119 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Waste Management?

Some people feel stressed out here.
64% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Waste Management enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
82% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Waste Management recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
44% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 136 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Waste Management?

Most people got enough training when they started.
68% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 131 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Waste Management?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 53% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 120 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Waste Management’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
79% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 117 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Waste Management is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
51% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 128 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.
What are the most popular job types at Waste Management?
Infographic showing various job openings at Waste Management in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.
Medical Waste Box Truck Route Driver

Medical Waste Box Truck Route Driver

Waste Management

Vandalia, OH

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Waste Management rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 627 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 72 rated recycling and waste


Job description

Stericycle is now part of WM. To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle, CLICK HERE to read the press release.
Shift: 5:00am to Route End
4 days per week Monday-Friday, day off to be assigned
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

I. Job Summary
The Medical Waste Route Driver is responsible for servicing assigned accounts in the most professional way, ensuring that customers' needs are met on a continual basis for various waste pickup and supply delivery. This role will always provide the highest level of customer service possible. They may also transport waste from either a WMHS location or customer location, to a transfer location or processing location. All Company assigned vehicles are equipped with camera telematics which include inside and outside cameras. In addition, all vehicles are equipped with ELD (electronic logging device) and GPS (global positioning system). 
 

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

  • Manages assigned routes ensuring customers' waste is picked up in a safe, timely and accurate manner
  • Pick up and transport waste safely according to all federal, provincial, and local rules and regulations
  • Plans daily schedule based on customers' needs by reviewing daily paperwork, e.g., manifest, route sheets, previous VCR, etc. provided by the Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher
  • Follows routing software route schedule
  • May prepare and load trucks to service select accounts for the day ensuring enough supplies are added. Required to unload trucks at various Stericycle and customer sites; including ensure securing of waste
  • Pick up specified waste from each customer site scheduled for the day. Ensures that customers have packaged and prepared the waste according to all federal, provincial, and local rules and regulations before transporting
  • Provide the highest level of customer service to assigned accounts daily, communicating any issues to Transportation Manager/Supervisor or Dispatcher for resolution. This includes, but is not limited to re-routes, adjustments in container sizes, training, etc.
  • Ensures waste, supplies, and material handling equipment are secured prior to operating vehicle on public highway
  • Ensures that assigned paperwork is completed legibly, neatly, accurately, and completely and returned to Transportation Supervisor or Dispatcher for processing. Ensures DOT Driver Log is completed, if applicable
  • Communicates with Stericycle Transportation Supervisor and/or Dispatcher regarding any change to route pickups, including address changes, customer not having waste ready for pickup, etc. Ensures that employee covering for specific route is aware of any situations outside the norm in order to provide the highest level of customer service. Reports any problems/issues with accounts to Transportation Supervisor and/or Dispatcher before the close of business each day
  • Performs pre-trip and post-trip maintenance on assigned truck prior to leaving or closing for the day. Reports any maintenance problems to Transportation/Dispatcher for follow-up. Use of ELD (electronic logging device) and Geotab to log hours in accordance with DOT guidelines, if applicable
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned


III. Qualifications 
A. Required Qualifications 
 

  • 0- 1 years of experience, preferably in driving Box Trucks and route management
  • May require mandatory immunizations and credentialing based on customer requirements
  • Valid Driver's License
  • All CMV drivers must be able to obtain a medical card by a certified medical examiner


B. Preferred Qualifications 
 

  • High School Diploma or GED (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.

  • 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.
V. 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. 

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of postconsumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gastoelectricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavyduty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:  WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:  WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSAapproved alternative.

When you drive for WM, you join a team of the best drivers in the nation - professional, well trained, and skilled. Our drivers work hard and drive safe. They are rewarded with competitive pay, great benefits, opportunity for growth, and they are home at night and on the weekends.
Our drivers are part of the fabric of the communities they serve. We show up on time, help keep your communities clean and watch out for the residents. Billy is just one of our many drivers going above and beyond for our customers. Video - WM Driver: Billy Shelby

Driver/Operators are expected to operate vehicles and/or equipment in a safe and reliable manner. 

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