Residential Waste Route Driver (CDL-B) — Safe & Customer-Focused

LRS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS in Chicago, IL seeks a Residential Driver to service assigned routes, hauling waste and recycling. You will operate a truck safely, perform pre-trip inspections, and interact with customers professionally.

Requirements include a valid Class B CDL, DOT medical card, English proficiency, and passing pre-employment testing. The role involves exposure to weather and heavy lifting, with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Class B CDL.
• Must have a valid DOT medical card or obtain prior to hire.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Provide waste or recycling removal services to customers on assigned routes by emptying trash/recycling receptacles into truck and hauling to disposal site.
• Replace trash/recycling receptacles neatly at the curb or designated area.
• Clean up waste spills and overflows.
• Maintain and update route sheets.
• Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs.
• Maintain and update drivers log sheets.
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers.
• Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Skills

Class B CDL

English proficiency

Customer interaction

Safety awareness

Education

CDL Class B

Job description

LRS in Chicago, IL seeks a Residential Driver to service assigned routes, hauling waste and recycling. You will operate a truck safely, perform pre-trip inspections, and interact with customers professionally.

Requirements include a valid Class B CDL, DOT medical card, English proficiency, and passing pre-employment testing. The role involves exposure to weather and heavy lifting, with competitive hourly pay.