CDL Driver Trainee: Earn While You Learn on Routes

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Lancaster, KY, is seeking a Driver Trainee. You will train alongside experienced drivers to learn waste and recycling collection, start with routine routes, and progress toward a CDL license. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and customer service.

Successful candidates will complete required CDL certification steps, meet physical requirements, and join a team committed to reliable, local service. This is an on-site, full-time opportunity with room for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must obtain DOT medical card within 10 days of employment.
• Must obtain Class B CDL permit within 60 days of employment.
• Must obtain Class B CDL within 90 days of employment.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom and field training to obtain required CDL license.
• Assist as a helper during training to complete daily routes as needed.
• Enter/exit a truck 300-600 times per day to service assigned route.
• Operate a truck in a safe manner in compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Assist with providing waste or recycling removal services to customers on routes.
• Maintain route sheets/logs and assist trainer with this function.

Skills

Read, comprehend, exams

Map reading

Written & spoken communication

English proficiency

Night/weekend flexibility

Education

General Education Diploma or better

High School diploma or better

Job description

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Lancaster, KY, is seeking a Driver Trainee. You will train alongside experienced drivers to learn waste and recycling collection, start with routine routes, and progress toward a CDL license. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and customer service.

Successful candidates will complete required CDL certification steps, meet physical requirements, and join a team committed to reliable, local service. This is an on-site, full-time opportunity with room for advancement.