CDL Driver Trainee — Training & Route Experience

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Medora (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Medora, IN invites applicants for a Driver Trainee role. You will train alongside licensed drivers to gain CDL experience while supporting route servicing and waste collection. This entry path emphasizes safety, learning the CDL process, and customer interaction.

Responsibilities include classroom and field training, assisting on routes, and performing pre-trip/post-trip inspections. A background in map reading and strong English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, comprehend, study for, and pass exams.
• Ability to read and understand a map.
• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills with customers.
• Must be able to read and speak English well enough to communicate and understand directions.

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom and field training to obtain required CDL license.
• Assist as a helper during training to complete daily routes.
• Enter/exit a truck 300-600 times per day to service routes.
• Operate a truck safely in compliance with regulations and policies.
• Assist with waste or recycling removal on routes and hauling to disposal sites.
• Assist with cleaning up waste spills and overflows.
• Learn to maintain route sheets/logs and assist trainer with this function.
• Learn to conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and logs with trainer.
• Interact professionally with customers.
• Maintain cleanliness of the assigned truck.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Map reading

Verbal communication

English proficiency

CDL exam readiness

Pre-employment testing

Education

High School or better

General Education Diploma or better

Job description

Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Medora, IN invites applicants for a Driver Trainee role. You will train alongside licensed drivers to gain CDL experience while supporting route servicing and waste collection. This entry path emphasizes safety, learning the CDL process, and customer interaction.

Responsibilities include classroom and field training, assisting on routes, and performing pre-trip/post-trip inspections. A background in map reading and strong English communication are essential.