Roll Off Driver

lrsrecycles; Beecher City (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Waste Services is seeking a Roll-Off Driver to service customer accounts with roll-off containers and compactors, hauling waste to disposal or recycling facilities. The role emphasizes safety, route efficiency, and clear communication with dispatch and customers.

The driver will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, maintain logs, and work with the Route Manager to optimize routes and meet daily customer needs. A valid Class B CDL and DOT medical card are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class B CDL and a current DOT medical card.
• Ability to read, speak, and understand English well.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• No DUI/OVI within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
• No license suspensions in the last 2 years.
• Must be at least 18 years old and pass pre-employment testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide, replace and remove roll-off containers and compactors for customers and dump materials at a disposal site or recycling center.
• Operate vehicle in accordance with safety and DOT requirements and company policy.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and document checks on DVIR.
• Communicate with Route Manager/Dispatch about service interruptions, safety hazards, and customer requests.
• Maintain driver logs and ensure cleanliness of the vehicle.

Skills

CDL Class B

DOT medical card

English proficient

Safety awareness

Communication with customers

Pre/post-trip inspections

Job description

The Roll-Off Driver is responsible for servicing customer accounts dispatched to him/her throughout the day. The driver will collect and haul waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant as directed by dispatch.

Reports To

Operations Supervisor

• Provide, replace and remove roll-off containers and compactors for customers and dump materials at a disposal site or recycling center.
• Complete work assignments in a safe and efficient manner to avoid damage and accidents whenever possible.
• Operates 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.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)
• Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch
• Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by LRS or directed by the Route Manager.
• Works closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
• Notifies Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including blocked containers, closed lots, streets, alleyways or potential safety hazards.
• Communicates customer requests to Dispatch or Route Manager
• Maintain and update driver log sheets throughout the day.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Keep commercial vehicle clean and free of trash/debris.
• Follows route assignments as directed and completes end of day documentation and check out process.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.

• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• 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 the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

• Works under moderate supervision
• Requires Pushing and pulling up to 110 pounds.
• Frequent walking and standing up to 8 hours / day.
• Physical able to enter/climb and leave truck cab frequently.
• Manual dexterity required to operate controls on truck.