Seasonal Clean Sweep Driver - CDL

Lakeshore Recycling Systems; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Recycling Systems is seeking a Seasonal Clean Sweep driver to service assigned routes using a motorized street sweeper. You will represent the company safely while serving LRS customers and coordinating with dispatchers throughout the day.

Requirements include a valid Class B CDL, ability to read maps, physical stamina for long shifts, and willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays. You will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, maintain logs, and interact professionally

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand a map.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Operate the truck safely in compliance with regulations and policies.
• Clean streets, gutters, and other assigned areas.
• Complete assigned routes on schedule.
• Communicate route changes or issues to dispatch.
• Maintain and update route sheets.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain driver logs and professional customer interactions.
• Keep truck clean and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading maps

English communication

Physical stamina

Overtime availability

Education

CDL Class B license

DOT medical card

Job description

SeasonalClean Sweep driver

The SeasonalClean Sweep driver is responsible for servicing assigned route(s) while operating a motorized street sweeper to clean streets and other LRS customers within the Clean Sweep Division. The driver represents the company in a safe and respectable manner while servicing customer accounts dispatched to him/her throughout the day and communicating regularly with dispatchers and supervisors.

Essential Job Duties:

• Operate the truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
• Clean streets, gutters, and other assigned areas (parking lots, construction sites, etc.)
• Complete assigned routes
• Communicate with dispatch as route changes or issues arise
• Maintain and update route sheets
• Conduct pre-trip/post trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain and update drivers log sheets
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers
• Keeping truck clean and operating properly within driver’s ability
• Other duties as assigned

Scope of Responsibility:

Performs physically demanding waste collection duties, including lifting and moving heavy materials, operating collection vehicles, and servicing assigned routes in varying weather and environmental conditions. Requires frequent bending, reaching, and twisting, safe operation of equipment, and adherence to safety protocols while working around traffic, noise, and potential hazards.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Ability to read and understand a map
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job such as prolonged physical exertions
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays
• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
• Additional skills may be required to perform additional task(s) specific to work location, department, or line of business
• Eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship
• 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 English well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training

Education & Experience:

• Previous CDL truck driving experience preferred
• Waste industry experience is a plus

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• 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.
• May be required to lift up to 10 pounds.

Travel Required:

• N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Lakeshore Recycling Systems is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please email [e-mail].