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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 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

• 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or

• 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years and

• 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

• (CDL)-Class B

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.

• Standing

• Walking

• Lifting

• Pushing

• Pulling

• Crouching

• Reaching

• Handling

• Sitting

• Talking

• Hearing

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.

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