Helper

WM Job Opportunity

Pay Range: $18.00

Shift: 6:00am-5:30pm Monday – Friday occasional Saturdays

At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career.

Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.

The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.

Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.

From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.

Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

Job Summary: Driver Helper teams with Route Driver and assists in the collection of Waste and/or Recyclable material.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works in accordance with WM Safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA 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.

Qualifications:

• No educational requirement
• No work experience required and
• Must be at least 18 years of age. and
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting
• Carrying
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Climbing
• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Crouching
• Reaching
• Feeling
• Standing
• Walking
• Handling
• Grasping
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive Motions
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $18.00. This range 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.

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. 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, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada.

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.

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.

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.