Front-End Driver
Local Job Overview: San Marcos
Key Information
- Pay: $29-$37/Hour (approx. $70k/Year)
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
- Job Title: Front-end Driver
- Company: Waste Management
- Location: San Marcos, CA
- Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in Waste Management And Commercial Logistics.
- This San Marcos-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in San Marcos, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in San Marcos, a key hub for the Waste Management And Commercial Logistics industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management is North America's premier environmental services leader, operating an industry-leading fleet of commercial collection vehicles dedicated to safe, sustainable, and reliable resource recovery operations.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Commercial Front-End Driver, you operate heavy commercial collection trucks to service front-load dumpsters across business parks, retail centers, and industrial corridors. You align hydraulic lift forks, hoist heavy commercial containers over truck cabs safely, and operate compaction controls to compress commercial refuse. You perform daily pre-trip and post-trip DOT vehicle safety inspections, log container maintenance needs into onboard telematics terminals, and report blocked enclosures to dispatch teams. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site driving presence with zero remote work availability.
Qualifications & Benefits: Requires a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement, a clean motor vehicle driving record (MVR), a valid DOT medical card, and 1+ years of commercial truck driving experience. Offers top hourly commercial driver pay, quarterly safety performance bonuses, full healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision), a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid vacation, paid personal days, and uniform allowances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Front position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $29 - $37. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within San Marcos.
Where is this Front job located?
This position is based in San Marcos, CA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in San Marcos.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What qualifications do I need for this Front role?
Most Front positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Front position in San Marcos?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
How long does the Waste Management hiring process take?
The hiring process at Waste Management is typically fast, often completed within 1-2 weeks. After submitting your application, you may receive a response within a few days. Some positions offer same-week start dates.
