Class 3 Driver at WM

Smithers, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

33.5

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Class 3 License, Heavy-Duty Truck Operation, Front-End Loading, Side-End Loading, Rear-End Loading, Waste Transportation, Container Handling, Maneuvering, High-Traffic Navigation, Backing Maneuvers, Pre-Trip Inspection, Post-Trip Inspection, DVIR Reporting, Safety Compliance, DOT Regulations, OSHA Compliance

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

This is a union position at our Smithers, BC site Pay Wage: $33.50/hr Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00am start time 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 Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members. We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more! Who are we? #WeAreWM Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today. I. Job Summary Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks with front, side, or rear-end load lift attachments dependent on the line of business they're operating in and the type of truck they're operating. Drivers will transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycle facility when trucks reach legal load capacity. Commercial Drivers are responsible for providing the pick-up service of containers filled with waste or recyclable material. Containers may weigh in excess of 1,000 pounds and at times require drivers to maneuver wheeled containers to a pick-up stage area. Commercial Drivers navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential to successfully perform this job. Residential Drivers are responsible for the collection of residential household waste or recyclable material and must safely maneuver vehicles in residential environments. Residential Drivers navigate high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Roll-off Drivers are responsible for preparing, loading, and transporting large mobile open-top and compactor containers from customer locations. Roll-off Drivers will navigate driveways, alleyways, lots, and high-traffic roadways and may operate in tight overhead environments while on industrial routes. Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential, to successfully perform this job. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Operates vehicle in accordance with Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws. * Performs pre and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report). * 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 Route Manager. * Works closely with Operations Manager 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 closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service or potential safety hazards. * Communicates customer requests to Operations Manager or Dispatch. * Completely dumps all receptacles and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris. * Follows route assignments as directed and completes end-of-day documentation and check-out process. * Performs all duties as scheduled by Operations Manager or Dispatch and assists other drivers as directed to meet customer needs. III. Qualifications A. Required Qualifications * 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a Class 3 or higher or * 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years and * Must be at least 18 years of age and * Legally eligible to work in Canada with a valid SIN (social insurance number) * Hold a current DZ or Class 3 license or higher * Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check, which will include previous employment check, and motor vehicle record review. * Acceptable driving record required. B. Preferred Qualifications * High School Diploma or GED (accredited) 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. * Standing * Walking * Lifting * Pushing * Pulling * Crouching * Reaching * Handling * Sitting * Talking * Hearing The expected base pay wage for this on-site position is $33.50. This wage represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location 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. ABOUT WM WM (WM.com [https://www.wm.com]) is North America’s largest comprehensive waste management environmental solutions provider. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them achieve their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is the leader in beneficial reuse of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes nearly 11,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet of its kind in North America – where more than half are fueled by renewable natural gas. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com [https://sustainability.wm.com/]. Equal Employment Opportunity For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation. Real ID In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons, or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID, or TSA approved alternative. When you drive for WM, you join a team of the best drivers in the nation - professional, well trained, and skilled. Our drivers work hard and drive safe. They are rewarded with competitive pay, great benefits, opportunity for growth, and they are home at night and on the weekends. Our drivers are part of the fabric of the communities they serve. We show up on time, help keep your communities clean and watch out for the residents. Billy is just one of our many drivers going above and beyond for our customers. Video – WM Driver: Billy Shelby [https://youtu.be/D3XRyeNpRIw] Driver/Operators are expected to operate vehicles and/or equipment in a safe and reliable manner.

Responsibilities

Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks for material transport to disposal or recycling facilities once capacity is reached, and are responsible for the collection service of waste or recyclable material containers. Essential duties include operating vehicles safely according to regulations, performing required inspections, reporting unsafe situations, and completing route assignments and end-of-day documentation.