Van Driver (Portland)

Ridwell; United States; Presencial; USD 26.000 - 37.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Dis

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Cell phone stipend

Descripción de la vacante

Ridwell in Portland is hiring full-time drivers to safely operate company vehicles, complete pickups, and handle materials efficiently in all weather. You will work four 10-hour shifts, 7:30am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, with a starting wage of $23/hr and a monthly $50 cell phone stipend.

Wage increases are guaranteed at six months and at one and two years. Join a mission-driven company focused on waste reduction, sustainability, and community impact, with benefits including medical, vision,

Formación

• Must be 21 years or older with a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Ability to read and follow written or oral instructions in English.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach, and lift up to 49 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must own and be able to use a smartphone and Google or Apple maps.
• Ability to communicate effectively digitally via text and email.
• Must pass a background and motor vehicle history check, and pre-employment medical physical if offered the position.
• This position must join the Teamsters union.

Responsabilidades

• Safely operate Ridwell high-roof cargo vans throughout the Portland area.
• Complete between 125 - 150 daily stops efficiently and accurately.
• Collect members' materials from designated bins at their homes.
• Assist with completing remaining stops after finishing your assigned route.
• Navigate routes effectively using the provided smartphone apps.
• Maintain regular communication with our Driver Support team regarding route timing.
• Manage loading and unloading of vehicles efficiently.
• Deliver Ridwell bins and new member kits to members’ homes.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with Ridwell members.
• Work safely outdoors and in all weather conditions.

Conocimientos

Attendance reliability

English communication

Customer service

Herramientas

Google/Apple Maps

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Ridwell is a service that inspires people to create a future without waste. Today, we make it easy to reuse and recycle more by identifying recyclable and reusable items that the city doesn't collect, picking them up from our customers' doorsteps, and matching them with local partners that can use them sustainably. Our future plans go much further and include making zero waste a reality for millions.

As a certified B-Corp, sustainability isn't just a company value- it's a fundamental part of our purpose and interests. Our mission is to empower communities to waste less, and every success our team celebrates means more waste saved from the landfill and more valuable donations in the hands of local non-profits.

Ridwell Portland is hiring full-time drivers to safely operate company vehicles, complete pickups, and handle materials efficiently in all weather conditions. We’re looking for team members who share our drive for excellence and commitment to building a more sustainable future. Your ability to think creatively and work effectively with others will be essential as we tackle challenges together. We foster an environment where growth opportunities align with our company's expansion, providing pathways for professional development. Join us in Portland as we continue building something meaningful with lasting impact.

Schedule consists of (4) Ten hour shifts - 7:30am - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday

Starting wage for this position: $23/hr

*Guaranteed tenure-based wage increases at six months ($.50), and one and two years ($.50)

$50/month cell phone stipend

Our Values

• Our Member is Our Hero. Our members are at the core of our company. Only by empowering them can we accomplish our vision.
• We Never Settle. We are relentlessly pursuing the exceptional and challenging the status quo- always making our service, experience, and company better.
• We Take Our Success Personally. We all have a stake in the success of Ridwell. You are empowered to make an impact.
• Purpose Drives Our Actions. Knowing why we are doing something enables us to focus on what is truly important.
• We Are Stronger Together. Every person is critical to our success. We need diverse perspectives to execute on creative solutions. By fostering collaborationand connection at every level, we can be phenomenal.

Job Duties

• Safely operate Ridwell high-roof cargo vans throughout the Portland area
• Complete between 125 - 150 daily stops efficiently and accurately
• Collect members' materials from designated bins at their homes
• Assist with completing remaining stops after finishing your assigned route
• Navigate routes effectively using the provided smartphone apps
• Maintain regular communication with our dedicated Driver Support team regarding route timing
• Manage loading and unloading of vehicles efficiently
• Deliver Ridwell bins and new member kits to members’ homes
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with Ridwell members
• Work safely outdoors and in all weather conditions, various temperature extremes, including heat, cold, moisture, and wind

Job Requirements

• Ability to maintain consistent attendance - we count on each other to be here when scheduled so we can deliver excellent service as a team
• Must be 21 years or older with a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Ability to read and follow written or oral instructions in English
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach, and lift up to 49 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must own and be able to use a smartphone and Google or Apple maps
• Ability to communicate effectively digitally via text and email.
• Must pass a background and motor vehicle history check, and pre-employment medical physical if offered the position.
• This position must join the Teamsters union.

Benefits at Ridwell

We offer the following:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental plans available with $0 monthly premium costs, with buy-up options available
• Voluntary Life and AD&D for self and spouse/domestic partner
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

We are committed to creating a supportive environment for our employees.