Tractor Trailer Driver

Description 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! Tractor Trailer Drivers are responsible for hauling trailers of waste, recyclables, and/or leachate to a disposal site, recycling plant or customer site. Tractor Trailer Drivers may also be required to climb to hook/unhook trailers, move items to smooth the load, and secure tarps. Responsibilities of Position: - Operate truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies to ensure timely and efficient pick up of trailers and deliver to designated destination - Routinely enter/exit truck multiple times day - Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete DVIR logs - Visually inspect proper load securement - Maintain cleanliness of truck cab - Maintain and update route and driver log sheets - Professionally interact with internal and external customers to provide excellent customer service - Responsible for picking up bales from the ground at various stops and using a skid steer and ramps to load them into 53ft van trailers as needed - Utilize an app on your phone to log bale counts and number of stops each day as needed - Operate heavy equipment to load trailers for hauling as needed - Assist Roll Off line of business by operating Roll Off truck as needed - Haul leachate as needed - Perform other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibility: - This position will not manage employees Skills & Abilities Needed for Position: - Ability to read and understand a map - Excellent truck driving/maneuvering skills - Ability to work independently - 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 - Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position: - General knowledge of truck mechanics - 2 years CDL truck driving experience preferred - Waste industry experience, a plus - A valid Class A CDL is required (Tanker Endorsement preferred) - Experience on a skid steer preferred Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday: - Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs - Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 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 - Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling - Occasionally climbing and/or balancing - Continuously sitting - Occasionally standing/walking Additional Working Conditions/Aspects: Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire Must be at least 19 years of age No more than 3 moving violations within