What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL Truck Driver Long Haul position at WM?
I. Job Summary
Operates truck/tractor, and trailer combinations with skill and proficiency conforming to all regulations required for a commercial hauler and Non Hazardous / Hazardous waste transporter.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates truck/tractor in combination with trailer, flatbed, roll-off frame, van, or straight truck.
- Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Performs minor maintenance including, but not limited to, checking and adding fluids, checking tires, safety mechanism operations, and other maintenance related to vehicle inspection or safe operation.
- Loads, unloads and transports non hazardous / hazardous material from customer locations.
- Operates hydraulic loading mechanisms on roll-off trailers.
- Operates hose connections and pumps on vacuum trailers.
- Operates mechanisms such as chains and binders which may be part of a particular vehicle including end dumps, flatbeds, and vans.
- Transports and sometimes unloads non hazardous / hazardous material for off-site disposal.
- Reviews, signs, and retains appropriate copies of all hazardous waste manifests.
- Insures that loads have proper placards.
- Insures that small containers have proper warning label or marking.
- Insures that the material being hauled is compatible with other materials in the same shipment.
- Maintains shipment records and driver/vehicle maintenance logs, including on-board computer information.
- Tarps and un-tarps.
- Installs liner in end dump and roll-off.
- Removes and installs side boards on flatbeds.
- Reports traffic violations and accidents immediately.
- Insures that load is secure prior to transport.
- Responds to emergencies that are within the scope of training received.
- Maintain a professional attitude while performing all job tasks.
- Maintain equipment an appearance.
- Plans time in order to meet appointments.
- Calls dispatcher at least once a day.
- Reference site-specific procedures and more detailed site-specific job descriptions.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- No experience 3 years verifiable commercial driving experience, including one-year experience on similar equipment
- Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement The CDL is a requirement, therefore, an applicant must be 21 years of age.
B. Preferred Qualifications
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. Field: This job operates in both inside 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.
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