Automated Side-Loader Driver
Local Job Overview: Hickory
Snapshot
- Status: New Hickory listing (actively interviewing).
- Location: Hickory, NC
- Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Hickory)
- Flexible Role in Hickory: Automated Side-loader Driver
- This Hickory-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Hickory, NC is growing.
- Benefit from working in Hickory, a key hub for the Waste Management And Environmental Services industry.
Salary and Benefits
- Pay: $25-$32/Hour (approx. $59.3k/Year)
- Benefits: A competitive compensation package is offered.
- Project-based work with clear objectives.
Position Scope
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Hickory location.
Company Overview: Waste Management powers local community recycling and solid waste collection using advanced automated collection vehicles designed for maximum driver ergonomics and neighborhood safety.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: Operating automated side-loader (ASL) collection vehicles, you handle single-operator residential waste and recycling collection routes. You operate hydraulic joystick controls to extend automated lifting arms, grasp residential carts, and tip contents into vehicle hoppers without leaving the cab. You perform daily pre-trip and post-trip DOT vehicle inspections, record route completion metrics into onboard telematics terminals, and report blocked streets or damaged carts to dispatch. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site driving presence (no work-from-home options).
Qualifications & Benefits: Requires a valid Class A or Class B CDL with air brake endorsement, clean driving record, valid DOT medical card, and 1+ years of commercial driving experience (ASL experience strongly preferred). Benefits include top market hourly commercial driver pay, route completion incentives, complete health/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and paid company holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Automated Side position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $25 - $32. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Hickory.
Where is this Automated Side job located?
This position is based in Hickory, NC. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Hickory.
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 Automated Side role?
Most Automated Side 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 Automated Side position in Hickory?
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.
