Roll Off Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

 

Roll Off Driver

Upper Marlboro, Maryland | Serving DC, Maryland, and Virginia

Why Join JLT?

At JLT, safety, teamwork, and customer service are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing employees with the resources, training, and support necessary to build a successful long-term career in the waste and recycling industry.

Jerome L. Taylor Trucking, Inc. (JLT) is seeking experienced Roll-Off Drivers to join our team at our hauling operations facility in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This position is responsible for operating roll-off trucks throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia, transporting waste, recyclables, construction debris, and other materials to designated disposal, transfer, and recycling facilities.

At JLT, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Company-Provided Uniforms and PPE
• Employee Discount Programs
• Paid Training
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Safety Equipment Provided
• And More!

Position Summary

JLT Roll-Off Drivers operate heavy-duty roll-off collection vehicles and are responsible for the safe transportation and placement of roll-off containers at customer locations. Drivers deliver, exchange, remove, and transport open-top containers while ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and transportation regulations.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, customer-oriented, and capable of navigating residential, commercial, industrial, and construction-site environments while maintaining exceptional customer service.

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required
• Air Brake Endorsement required
• Clean driving record 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to:

• Operate assigned vehicles in compliance with all JLT Safety Policies, OSHA regulations, DOT requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Conduct and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections using the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
• Safely deliver, exchange, and remove roll-off containers at customer locations.
• Secure and tarp loads in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all transported materials are contained and safely hauled to designated disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, equipment issues, accidents, injuries, incidents, or property damage to the Route Manager or Dispatcher.
• Attend and actively participate in required safety meetings, training sessions, and company briefings.
• Work collaboratively with management to improve route efficiency and operational performance.
• Communicate customer concerns, service requests, and route-related issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate route logs, disposal tickets, and other required documentation.
• Operate equipment in a safe, professional, and efficient manner.
• Assist with additional duties as assigned by management.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time
• In-Person
• 10-Hour Shifts
• Overtime Opportunities Available

Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of waste industry driving experience required
• Experience operating roll-off trucks strongly preferred
• Experience servicing construction, demolition, and commercial accounts preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb in and out of trucks multiple times throughout the day.
• Ability to tarp containers and secure loads safely.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary.
• Ability to comply with all safety requirements and wear required PPE.