Automated Side-Loader Driver
Anchorage Role Highlights
Role Essentials
- Based in: Anchorage, AK (a vibrant local hub)
- Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Anchorage)
- Status: New Anchorage listing (actively interviewing).
- Flexible Role in Anchorage: Automated Side-loader Driver
- This Anchorage-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Anchorage, AK is growing.
- Benefit from working in Anchorage, a key hub for the Waste Management And Environmental Services industry.
Salary and Benefits
- Compensation: $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 Anchorage 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 Anchorage.
Where is this Automated Side job located?
This position is based in Anchorage, AK. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Anchorage.
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 Anchorage?
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.
