Rear Load Driver Job Listing at Rumpke Waste & Recycling in Lima, OH (Job ID 38e70bff-431a-4f41-bf89-367784cbfea9)

Description

*5,000 Sign on bonus*

Introduction/Summary

The driver position is a physically demanding job. Drivers are responsible for servicing assigned route(s) with the collection and hauling of acceptable materials to a recycling plant. This position routinely requires extensive physical exertion (lifting, pushing, and pulling trash receptacles weighing up to 75 pounds each from the ground approximately 300-500 times per day) and entering/exiting the truck approximately 600-1000 times per day. Drivers are exposed to extreme weather conditions. The hours and physical demand may vary by route or area.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF POSITION:

• Operate trucks in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Provide recycling removal services to customers on an assigned route(s) by emptying recycling receptacles into the truck and hauling to the recycling plant.
• Replace recycling receptacles neatly at the curb or designated area.
• Clean up spills and overflows.
• Maintain and update route sheets and maps.
• Conduct pre-trip/post-trip inspections and complete logs.
• Maintain and update drivers' log sheets.
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers.
• Maintain a clean truck.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and understand a map.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including repetitive lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing).
• General knowledge of mechanics of trucks.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Previous CDL truck driving experience preferred.
• Waste or recycling industry experience, a plus.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Exposure to high traffic conditions while outside of the vehicle.

Additional Requirements: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must have a valid DOT medical card or able to 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.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must have a clean criminal and driving history and be able to satisfy the company's driver qualification standards.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.