Commercial Driver

lrsrecycles; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Waste Services in Rochester, MN is seeking Commercial Drivers to operate heavy-duty trucks with lift attachments for waste and recyclables. You will transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when loaded, navigating traffic and tight spaces.

The role emphasizes safe driving, routine inspections, and adherence to DOT/OSHA rules while coordinating with Route Manager to ensure route efficiency and responsive customer service.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Class B CDL
• DOT medical card or able to obtain before hire
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must read and speak English well

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicle in accordance with Lakeshore Waste Services safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle and document checks.
• Report unsafe situations or service-related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend and participate in scheduled training and meetings as required.
• Work with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Notify Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries or property damage.
• Complete end of day documentation and checkout process.
• Position and return containers on customer property with lids securely replaced.

Skills

Class B CDL

DOT medical card

English proficiency

Job description

The Commercial Drivers are responsible for operating heavy-duty trucks with front or rear end load lift attachment. Drivers are responsible for providing the pickup service of containers filled with waste or recyclable materials. Containers may weigh in excess of 1000 pounds and at times require drivers to maneuver wheeled containers to a pickup stage area. Driver will transport the material to a disposal, transfer, or recycle facility when trucks reach legal load capacity. This role navigates high traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential to successfully perform this job.

Reports To

Operations Supervisor

• Operate vehicle in accordance with Lakeshore Waste Services safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act), and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state, and federal laws
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)
• Immediately report all unsafe situations or service-related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch
• Attend and participate in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by LRS or directed by the Route Manager
• Work closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices
• Notify Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage
• Notify Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions including blocked containers, closed lots, streets, alleyways or potential safety hazards
• Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or Route Manager
• Identify and report all containers in need of repair or replacement
• Ensure the number of containers on the route reconciles to the service level listed on service list
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris
• Complete and submit customer tickets as required when excessive yardage must be removed
• Position and return containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced
• Ensure doors are closed and secured and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic
• Follow route assignments as directed and completes end of day documentation and check out process
• Perform all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs
• Perform other job duties as required

• Eligible to work in the United State without requiring sponsorship
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL
• Must have a valid DOT medical card or obtain prior to hire
• Must not have any DUI’s or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years
• Must not have any license suspensions within the last 2 years
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak English well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training