Non CDL Route Driver

Green Zone Recycling - Illinois; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Home daily

Full-time, year-round work

Five-day workweek

Collection pound incentives

Job summary

Green Recycling in Bloomington, IL is hiring a dependable Route Driver / Recycling Collection Specialist to service textile donation sites and keep reusable items out of landfills. You will operate a company vehicle, perform daily routes, and represent the company professionally while maintaining safety standards.

This full-time, in-person role offers a predictable five-day workweek, home daily, and opportunities for bonuses through sign-ons and collection-pound incentives after training.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Card (FedMed).
• Minimum 1 year of professional driving experience.
• Clean driving record and reliable/punctual.
• Ability to work independently and communicate clearly.
• Safety-focused mindset and compliance with DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a company vehicle along established routes.
• Collect clothing and footwear donations from collection bins and partner locations.
• Load and unload materials throughout the day.
• Transport collected materials to designated facilities.
• Complete route logs and required paperwork.
• Perform vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns.
• Communicate site issues and route updates to management.

Skills

DOT Medical Card

Professional driving

Reliability

Punctuality

Independent work

Strong communication

Safety-focused

Job description

Route Driver / Recycling Collection Specialist

Green Recycling | Bloomington, IL

Earn $190-$215 Per Day After Training

• Home Daily
• Full-Time Position
• Sign-On Bonus Available
• Collection Pound Bonus Program

Green Recycling is hiring a dependable and safety-focused Route Driver / Recycling Collection Specialist to join our growing team in Bloomington, IL.

This is an active, hands-on position for someone who enjoys working independently, staying physically active, and spending time on the road. You'll operate a company collection vehicle, service textile donation sites, and help keep reusable clothing and footwear out of local landfills.

What We Offer

• $190-$215 per day after training
• Sign-on bonus
• Collection pound incentive bonuses
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Full-time, year-round work
• Home every day
• Consistent five-day workweek
• Stable company with growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment

Schedule

• Full-time
• Early morning start times
• Five-day workweek
• Home daily
• Occasional Saturday work based on business needs

What You'll Do

• Safely operate a company vehicle along established routes
• Collect clothing and footwear donations from collection bins and partner locations
• Load and unload materials throughout the day
Transport collected materials to designated facilities
• Complete route logs and required paperwork
• Perform vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns
• Communicate site issues and route updates to management
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safety policies
• Represent Green Recycling professionally in the community

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Card (FedMed)
• Minimum 1 year of professional driving experience
• Clean driving record
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to work independently
• Strong communication skills
• Safety-focused mindset
• Ability to repeatedly lift and move up to 50 pounds

Physical Requirements

This position is physically demanding and requires:

• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, and bending
• Climbing in and out of a vehicle throughout the day
• Working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Walking and standing for extended periods

Why Green Recycling?

At Green Recycling, our drivers are the backbone of our operation. We provide the tools, support, and stability needed to build a successful career while making a positive environmental impact in the communities we serve.

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $190-$215 per day after training
Location: Bloomington, IL
License/Certification: Valid Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In Person