The Driver Container safely operates a heavy-duty crane mounted truck and is responsible for loading and transporting material containers to/from customer locations. Drivers will navigate driveways, alleyways, lots, high traffic roadways and may operate in tight overhead environments. Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential to successfully perform this job.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates vehicle in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements as well as all local, municipal, state, and federal laws.
- Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment and documents checks on standard DVIR.
- Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service related issues to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings required by WM or Operations Manager.
- Works closely with Operations Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
- Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Notifies Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including blocked containers, closed lots, street, alleyways or potential safety hazards.
- Communicates customer requests to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Completes and submits customer tickets as required.
- Completes site evaluations to ensure locations are conductive for safe and proper servicing.
- Positions and/or returns container on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids and doors are properly replaced and do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
- Follows route assignments as directed and completes end-of-day documentation and checkout process.
- Performs all duties as scheduled and assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Qualifications
A. Education and Experience
- Education: Not required.
- Experience: One (1) year of relevant work experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving within the last 7 years.
A. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
- Hold a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement.
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Successfully complete and pass pre-employment DOT drug screen and DOT physical.
- Complete classroom training and demonstrate safe crane operation. Some states may require certification.
B. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
- None required.
Work Environment
- Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity.
- Exert physical effort in handling objects; weight ranges vary by site.
- Push/pull, bend, twist and lift up to specified weights; some sites may require lifting procedures for wheels.
- Normal setting is outdoors and/or driving a video/GPS monitored vehicle.
- Exposure to dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.
Benefits
At WM, eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability, with Stock Purchase Plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.
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