CDL Front Load Truck Driver

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Its mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment, and the growth of its 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! NOW OFFERING A $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS! Responsibilities of Position: Operate trucks in a safe manner to provide trash or recycling removal services to customers on assigned route(s) and/or work orders by emptying trash/recycling containers into trucks and hauling them to a disposal site. Maintain and update route sheets. Conduct daily pre‑trip/post‑trip inspections and complete DVIR logs. Maintain cleanliness of truck cab. Visually inspect front‑load containers to ensure safe dumping procedures. Clean up areas located around containers when servicing customers as needed. Open and secure service gates while servicing customers. Professionally interact with internal and external customers. Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body while following proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures. Service approximately 100–150 commercial customers per day. 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 and/or navigation system. Required to enter/exit the truck approximately 100–150 times per day. 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: 1–2 years of CDL truck driving experience preferred. Front Load truck driving experience preferred. Waste industry experience, a plus. Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday: Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull a maximum of 50 lbs. Rarely lift, carry, push, or pull a maximum of 100 lbs. Continuously work outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions. Continuously work in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter. Frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequently climb and/or balance. Frequently sit, stand, or walk. Additional Working Conditions / Aspects: Must have at least a valid Class B CDL. Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or be able to obtain it prior to hire. Must be at least 19 years of age. No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years. Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years. Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas. Exposure to residential and commercial waste. Ability to travel between offices, as required. Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed. Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays. Legally eligible to work in the United States. Valid driver's license (if applicable). Must successfully complete pre‑employment testing. Must be able to read and speak the English language. This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company. Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Education High School (preferred) General Education Diploma (preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr