CDL Residential Front Load Driver

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is seeking a Residential Front Load Driver to service assigned routes, hauling waste and recycling materials to disposal sites. The role requires operating different trucks with strong driving skills and attention to safety, while maintaining clear communication with customers.

The position involves early morning shifts, physical tasks, and daily vehicle inspections, with opportunities to contribute to a safety-first culture and reliable service for communities served

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand a map and navigation system.
• Ability to drive all types of trucks in residential fleet.
• Good written and verbal communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks in a safe and compliant manner to provide trash or recycling removal services to customers.
• Replace trash/recycling carts neatly at the curb or designated area.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete DVIR logs.
• Interact professionally with internal and external customers.
• Maintain route sheets and truck cleanliness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Map reading

Truck operation

Safe driving

Customer communication

English proficiency

Job description

Job Overview

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!

Position Summary

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

Shift

5:30 AM – 7:30 PM M‑F

Responsibilities

• 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 daily pre‑trip/post‑trip inspections and complete DVIR logs.
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers.
• 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

• Ability to read and understand a map and/or navigation system.
• Ability to drive all types of trucks in residential fleet.
• Excellent truck driving/maneuvering skills.
• 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

• Waste industry experience, a plus.
• Previous CDL driving preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a maximum of 20 lbs.
• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a maximum 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.
• Frequently climbing and/or balancing.
• Continuously sitting.
• Occasionally standing/walking.

Additional Working Conditions & Requirements

• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL.
• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or be able to obtain one prior to hire.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• No more than three moving violations within the last two years.
• Must not have any DUI’s or OVI’s within the last five years or two in the last ten 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 work flexible 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.