CDL Residential Front Load Driver

Rumpke of Ohio, Inc.; Forest (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading waste and recycling company is seeking Residential Front Load Drivers in Ohio to provide essential waste collection services. The role requires excellent driving skills and a valid Class B CDL. Ideal candidates will have good communication skills and be able to effectively interact with customers. The position includes various responsibilities such as conducting vehicle inspections and maintaining cleanliness. Opportunities for competitive pay and benefits are provided, including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL.
• Waste industry experience is a plus.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks in a safe and compliant manner.
• Conduct daily pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers.

Skills

Excellent truck driving/maneuvering skills

Ability to read and understand a map and/or navigation system

Good written and verbal communication skills

General knowledge of truck mechanics

Education

General Education Diploma

High School

Tools

CDL (Commercial Driver License)

Job description

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!

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: 5:00am - 7:00pm M-F

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 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 Needed for Position

• 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 for Position

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

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday

• 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 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 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

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.

Education

General Education Diploma (preferred)

High School (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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