CDL Residential Front Load Driver

Rumpke of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling in Columbus, OH is seeking a Residential Front Load Driver to service local routes with trash and recycling collection. Must have a valid Class B CDL and a DOT Medical Card; nights and weekends may be required.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, life insurance, and paid vacation. Strong safety and customer-service orientation are essential, along with ability to read maps and operate multiple truck

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL required.
• DOT Medical Card required or available prior to hire.
• Excellent driving/maneuvering skills on residential routes.
• Ability to read and speak English well enough to communicate with customers and coworkers.
• Must be at least 19 years old.
• No more than 3 moving violations in the last 2 years.
• No DUI/OVI in the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks safely to provide trash or recycling removal by emptying carts into the truck.
• Replace carts neatly at the curb or designated area.
• Clean up waste spills and overflows.
• Maintain and update route sheets.
• Maintain cleanliness of truck cab.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete logs.
• Interact professionally with customers and coworkers to provide excellent service.
• Follow Lock Out/Tag Out procedures while handling waste.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Map reading

Truck driving

Truck mechanics knowledge

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

GED or high school diploma

Job description

Columbus, OH
1191 Fields Ave
Columbus, OH 43201, USA

Description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Residential Front Load Drivers are responsible for servicing customers on an assigned route(s) with the collection and hauling of waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant. This position requires the ability to operate different trucks, so excellent driving/maneuvering skills are essential.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Operate trucks in a safe and compliant manner to provide trash or recycling removal services to customers by emptying trash/recycling carts into truck and hauling to disposal site
• May be required to pull or push containers from enclosures or inside buildings
• Replace trash/recycling carts neatly at the curb or designated area
• Clean up waste spills and overflows
• Maintain and update route sheets
• Maintain cleanliness of truck cab
• Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers, providing excellent customer service
• Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body while following proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to read and understand a map
• Ability to drive all types of trucks in residential fleet
• General knowledge of truck mechanics
• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• 1-2 years CDL truck driving preferred
• General knowledge of truck mechanics

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Frequentlylifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs
• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
• Frequently sitting/standing; occasionally walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL
• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to workflexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

General Education Diploma or better.

High School or better.

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