CDL Utility Driver

Description Offering $10,000 Sign On Bonus!- conditions apply Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people. When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more. This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team! Utility Drivers are responsible for servicing customers with the collection and hauling of waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant. This position operates various types of trucks, often filling in for other drivers. Utility Drivers will service many different routes in various areas. Responsibilities of Position: - Provide trash or recycling removal services to customers, in a safe and compliant way, by emptying trash/recycling containers into truck and hauling to disposal site - Operate various types of trucks and/or complete various routes - Routinely enter/exit the truck approximately 300-500 times per day, depending on the assigned route - Pick up missed stops and/or routes as needed - Deliver trash/recycling containers as needed - Replace trash/recycling containers neatly at the curb or designated area - Clean up waste spills and overflows - Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body and ensure cleanliness of truck cab - Maintain and update route & driver log sheets - Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs - Professionally interact with internal and external customers, providing excellent customer service - Perform other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibility: - This position will not manage employees Skills & Abilities Needed for Position: - Ability to get certified in various trucks - Ability to enter/exit the truck approximately 300-500 times per day - Ability to read and understand a map - Ability to drive all types of trucks in fleet - Excellent truck driving/maneuvering skills - General knowledge of truck mechanics - Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers - 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 Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position: - Minimum 1-2 years CDL truck driving experience - Waste industry experience, a plus Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday: - Frequently lifting/carrying a max of 75 lbs - Continuously pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs - Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs - Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions - Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter - Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling - Frequently climbing and/or balancing - Frequently sitting/standing/walking in an office environment Additional Working Conditions/Aspects: Must have at least a valid Class B CDL Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire Must be at least 19 years of age