CDL Residential Swing Driver

Pompano Beach, FL, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Job Description

Waste Management (WM) is a leading provider of comprehensive waste management and environmental services across North America. The company is committed to sustainability and innovation, offering services that include residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal waste collection and recycling. WM prides itself on its stable work environment, where team members are home every day, performing essential, meaningful, and impactful roles. As a well-established corporation, WM emphasizes the value of its jobs not just as a source of income but as a gateway to personal and professional growth opportunities for employees and their families. The company ensures a supportive workplace culture with a strong focus on safety, community contribution, and career development. Employees benefit from an array of supportive programs such as annual education assistance, comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, discounted stock options, and dependent daycare options, making WM an attractive employer in the industry.

The role offered is for a Heavy-Duty Truck Driver, an essential position within WM's operations. The driver is responsible for safely operating a commercial heavy-duty vehicle to perform scheduled routes in residential, commercial, and construction environments. This involves adhering strictly to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, alongside local, state, and federal regulations to ensure safe and compliant vehicle operation. The position demands rigorous attention to vehicle maintenance, including pre- and post-trip inspections, and the reporting of any issues to management for corrective action. Team members in this role actively participate in safety training, route efficiency improvements, and problem identification to maintain high performance and customer satisfaction. The driver is also entrusted with maintaining clean work environments by ensuring all containers are properly emptied and the customer’s property is left clean and accessible. The role requires excellent communication skills to interact effectively with dispatch, route managers, and customers. Additionally, this position is classified as safety-sensitive and mandates compliance with all safety protocols and drug and alcohol testing policies. Those joining WM as a Heavy-Duty Truck Driver will find themselves part of a supportive and professional team, with competitive compensation and extensive benefits aimed at supporting their long-term success and well-being.

Job Requirements

2 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years
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
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical
CDL-Class B

Job Qualifications

2 years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years
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
Must be at least 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including drug screen and physical
CDL-Class B
High School Diploma or G.E.D (preferred)

Job Duties

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 Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR)
notes all issues on DVIR 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