CDL Utility Driver - Waste & Recycling Routes

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking Utility Drivers to service customers by removing trash or recycling and hauling to disposal sites across multiple routes. You must hold a valid Class B CDL and be able to climb in/out of the truck frequently, with strong English communication skills.

You will work outdoors in varying temperatures and conditions, ensuring safe, compliant operations and excellent customer service for our residents and businesses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years CDL truck driving experience.
• Able to read and understand maps and route directions.
• Good written and verbal communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

CDL certification

Map reading

Truck maneuvering

English communication

General truck knowledge

Job description

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking Utility Drivers to service customers by removing trash or recycling and hauling to disposal sites across multiple routes. You must hold a valid Class B CDL and be able to climb in/out of the truck frequently, with strong English communication skills.

You will work outdoors in varying temperatures and conditions, ensuring safe, compliant operations and excellent customer service for our residents and businesses.