CDL Driver Trainee — Train to Earn Your CDL

Rumpke of Ohio; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke of Ohio is seeking a Driver Trainee in Dayton, OH. You will train side-by-side with drivers to gain experience, supporting route servicing and waste removal while preparing to advance to a CDL driver role.

You will train in a structured program, learn to navigate routes, complete pre-trip/post trip inspections, and interact professionally with customers. The position emphasizes safety and compliance as you move toward a Class B CDL.

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.

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom and field training and study independently 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 all regulations and policies.
• Assist with providing waste or recycling removal services to customers on route(s).
• Assist with cleaning up waste spills and overflows.
• Maintain route sheets/logs and help trainer with this function.
• Learn to conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs with trainer.
• Interact professionally with internal and external customers.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned truck.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Map reading

Written communication

Verbal communication

English language

Education

General Education Diploma

High School or better

Job description

Rumpke of Ohio is seeking a Driver Trainee in Dayton, OH. You will train side-by-side with drivers to gain experience, supporting route servicing and waste removal while preparing to advance to a CDL driver role.

You will train in a structured program, learn to navigate routes, complete pre-trip/post trip inspections, and interact professionally with customers. The position emphasizes safety and compliance as you move toward a Class B CDL.