This is a union position located at our Penticton site.

Starting Wage: $33.64 /hour.

Start time: Day Shift-Scheduling will be flexible based on business need; considered full time but there is no guarantee of 40 hours or shifts as it is spareboard

Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am start time

I. Job Summary

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on swing routes. Safely drives a heavy-duty Commercial vehicle into a variety of environments; Residential, Commercial, and Construction.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.

• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/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, injures, or property damage.

• Notifies Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups or problems that arise on the route.

• 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 the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.

• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• 1 year operating a vehicle requiring a Class 3 license (or higher)

• equivalent military driving experience within the last 7 years

• must be at least 18 years of age

• legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located- have a valid SIN (social insurance number)

• Hold a current DZ or Class 3 license or higher

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School 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 $ 33.64 . 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.

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