CDL Residential Front Load Driver

Rumpke of Ohio, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke of Ohio, Inc. is hiring a Residential Front Load Driver in Columbus, Ohio. The role involves operating trucks for waste or recycling collection, ensuring safe and efficient services for our customers. Candidates must possess a valid Class B CDL and a DOT Medical Card.

The ideal candidate may have waste industry experience and should be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. Rumpke offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL.
• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or be able to obtain it prior to hire.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks in a safe and compliant manner for waste/recycling removal.
• Conduct daily pre‑trip/post‑trip inspections.
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers.

Skills

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

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma

Tools

Class B CDL

DOT Medical Card

Job description

About the Company

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.

Position Summary

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.

Shift

5:30AM-7:30PM Monday-Friday

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

None – this position will not manage employees.

Skills & Abilities Needed

• 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 Needed

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

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lifting/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
• Frequently climbing and/or balancing
• Continuously sitting
• Occasionally standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects

• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL
• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or be able to obtain it 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 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

Education

General Education Diploma (preferred). High School Diploma (preferred).

Equal 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.

Job Description Disclaimer

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.