CDL Utility Driver

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking a CDL A driver to service trash and recycling routes in Louisville, KY. The role involves operating various trucks, performing pre/post trip inspections, and maintaining logs while delivering safe, reliable waste collection services.

Candidates must have a valid Class A CDL, read maps, and communicate effectively with customers. The job requires physical activity, flexibility for night/weekend shifts, and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A required and able to obtain DOT Medical Card.
• Experience reading maps and navigating routes.
• Strong communication and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Provide trash or recycling removal services safely and efficiently.
• Operate trucks and complete assigned routes.
• Enter/exit the truck 300–500 times per day, depending on route.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and log results.
• Interact professionally with customers and maintain quality service.
• Maintain accurate route and driver logs for compliance.

Skills

CDL driving

Route navigation

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Vehicle inspection

Education

High School Diploma

GED acceptable

Job description

RUM-Louisville
Louisville, KY
1101 W Oak St
Louisville, KY 40210, USA

RUM-Louisville
Louisville, KY
1101 W Oak St
Louisville, KY 40210, USA

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!

Utility Drivers are responsible for servicing customers with the collection and hauling of waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant. This position operates various types of trucks, often filling in for other drivers. Utility Drivers will service many different routes in various areas.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Provide trash or recycling removal services to customers, in a safe and compliant way, by emptying trash/recycling containers into truck and hauling to disposal site
• Operate various types of trucks and/or complete various routes
• Routinely enter/exit the truck approximately 300-500 times per day, depending on the assigned route
• Pick up missed stops and/or routes as needed
• Deliver trash/recycling containers as needed
• Replace trash/recycling containers neatly at the curb or designated area
• Clean up waste spills and overflows
• Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body and ensure cleanliness of truck cab
• Maintain and update route & driver log sheets
• Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs
• Professionally interact with internal and external customers, providing excellent customer service
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to get certified in various trucks
• Ability to enter/exit the truck approximately 300-500 times per day
• Ability to read and understand a map
• Ability to drive all types of trucks in 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:

• Minimum 1-2 years CDL truck driving experience

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Frequently lifting/carrying a max of 75 lbs
• Continuously pushing/pulling a max of 75 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
• Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Frequently climbing and/or balancing
• Frequently sitting/standing/walking in an office environment

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Must have a valid Class A CDL
• Must be able to drive a standard/manual transmission.
• 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

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.

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.

Preferred

General Education Diploma or better.

High School or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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