Roll Off Driver

LRS; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS is seeking an experienced roll-off driver to service customer accounts and manage disposal and recycling tasks in local Michigan routes. The role involves operating a heavy vehicle, performing safety inspections, and maintaining clear communications with dispatch and customers.

Candidates must hold a valid Class B CDL, a current DOT medical card, and a clean driving record, with English proficiency and the ability to read and follow safety trainings.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid Class B CDL.
• Must have a valid DOT medical card or obtain prior to hire.
• No DUI or OVI within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
• No license suspensions within the last 2 years.
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
• Must pass pre-employment testing.
• Must read and speak English sufficiently to communicate and understand safety training.

Responsibilities

• Provide, replace and remove roll-off containers and compactors for customers.
• Complete work assignments safely and efficiently to avoid damage or accidents.
• Operate vehicle in accordance with safety, OSHA and DOT requirements and local laws.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and document checks.
• Report unsafe situations or service-related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend trainings, briefings, 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.
• Notify Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions and potential hazards.
• Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or Route Manager.
• Maintain and update driver logs throughout the day.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Keep the vehicle clean and free of trash/debris.
• Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation.
• Perform all duties as scheduled and assist other drivers when needed.

Skills

CDL Class B

DOT medical card

English literacy

Job description

LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve. We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.

Live Safety

• Serve With Passion
• Innovate Relentlessly
• Engage With Integrity
• Build Community
• Be Accountable, 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.

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.

Requirements

• 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 Job Aspects

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to stand and walk
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

$27/hr