Roll Off Driver

lrsrecycles; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Waste Services is seeking a Roll-Off Driver in Michigan to service customer accounts, haul waste and recyclables, and manage roll-off containers. You will follow safety rules, perform vehicle inspections, and communicate with Dispatch to meet daily customer needs.

Responsibilities include maintaining logs, keeping the truck clean, and collaborating with the Route Manager to improve route efficiency while adhering to DOT requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and speak English well enough to follow directions and safety training.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Pre-employment testing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide, replace and remove roll-off containers and dump materials at disposal sites.
• Complete tasks safely and efficiently to avoid damage or accidents.
• Operate vehicle in accordance with safety rules, DOT and OSHA requirements.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and document checks (DVIR).
• Report unsafe situations or service issues to Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Maintain driver logs and communicate with customers professionally.
• Keep vehicle clean and follow end-of-day checkout procedures.
• Assist other drivers and improve route efficiencies with Route Manager.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Tools

CDL Class B

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 & Work Environment:

• Regularly lift and carry heavy loads, often up to 70 pounds or more.
• Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching to collect garbage.
• Long hours of driving, often in congested or hazardous conditions.
• Exposure to various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
• High noise levels from trucks and machinery.
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials and unpleasant odors.

Travel Required:

• Travel is limited to daily local routes; overnight travel is not required.