What are the responsibilities and job description for the Helper position at WM?
Shift: Monday-Friday 5:00am-3:00pm
What is the value of a WM job?
The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It’s a way to create opportunities for you and your family.
We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.
We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!
We Are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members.
Who are we? #WeAreWM
Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today.
I. Job Summary
Driver Helper teams with Route Driver and assists in the collection of Waste and /or Recyclable material.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Works in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws.
- Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service related issues to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by WM or directed by the Operations Manager.
- Manually or mechanically load and empty residential and/or commercial containers into truck.
- Containers maybe staged curbside, dockside, carryout, or require pullout to complete service.
- Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper.
- Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.
- Notifies Operations Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
- Notifies Operations Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service or potential safety hazards.
- Communicates customer requests to Operations Manager or Dispatch.
- Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- No educational requirement
- No work experience required
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
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.
- Lifting
- Carrying
- Pushing
- Pulling
- Climbing
- Stooping
- Kneeling
- Crouching
- Reaching
- Feeling
- Standing
- Walking
- Handling
- Grasping
- Talking
- Hearing
- Repetitive Motions
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
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.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.