CDL Swing Truck Driver-$5000 Sign on Bonus, Home Daily, PTO, 401k

Sioux Falls, SD, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $22.00 - $31.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

401k Match

Paid vacation

Job Description

Waste Management (WM) is a leading environmental services company dedicated to providing comprehensive waste disposal and recycling solutions across the United States and Canada. As a company with a longstanding commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, WM is focused on developing innovative ways to help communities and businesses manage their waste responsibly. With a vast team of over 60,000 employees from diverse backgrounds, WM fosters an inclusive and supportive workplace culture that values its people first. The company emphasizes growth opportunities for its employees through programs such as the Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and clear career progression paths. WM also offers stable employment in a sector that performs essential services, making it a reliable choice for job seekers who are looking for meaningful work with potential for personal and professional development. Employees benefit from a competitive compensation structure, including a salary range from $22.00 to $31.00 per hour for this particular role, and a generous $5,000 sign-on bonus. The work schedule is a daytime Monday through Friday shift with a 5 a.m. start time, providing predictability and work-life balance for team members.

The available role at WM is for a heavy-duty truck operator responsible for safely driving commercial vehicles along established swing routes in residential, commercial, and construction environments. The position requires a strong adherence to safety standards and regulations mandated by OSHA and the Department of Transportation. Operators conduct thorough vehicle inspections before and after trips, ensuring the vehicle's cleanliness and operational integrity. The role involves cooperation and communication with route managers and dispatchers to report any unsafe conditions, route issues, or customer concerns. Drivers are expected to maintain high service standards by properly handling waste containers, ensuring cleanliness at customer sites, and accurately documenting services provided. This role suits candidates who are safety-conscious, dependable, and value working as part of a broader team committed to environmental responsibility and excellent customer service. There is a preference for drivers with CDL Class B certification or equivalent military driving experience. WM’s commitment to employee well-being is demonstrated with benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, short-term disability, stock purchase plans, company 401(k) matching, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking stable employment with a reputable company that invests in its workforce’s growth and fosters an environment of respect and inclusion.

Job Requirements

Two years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving experience within the last seven 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 old and legally eligible to work in the country
Successfully complete pre-employment screening including drug screen and physical
CDL Class B

Job Qualifications

Two years operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving experience within the last seven 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 old and legally eligible to work in the country
Successfully complete pre-employment screening including drug screen and physical
CDL Class B
High school diploma or GED preferred

Job Duties

Operates vehicle in accordance with OSHA and DOT 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
notes all issues for corrective review and 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, injuries, or property damage
Notifies Dispatch or Route Manager of route issues including blocked containers or missed pick-ups
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 customer property properly ensuring lids are closed and containers do not block traffic
Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all required documentation at the end of the route