CDL Front Load Truck Driver

Rumpke Careers•Wellston, OH

About The Position

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company in the waste and recycling industry. Front Load Drivers service commercial customers on assigned routes by collecting and hauling waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant. Drivers empty front-load containers using truck forks and may need to pull or push containers from enclosures or inside buildings. The role involves frequent entering and exiting of the truck, outdoor work in changing conditions, and professional interactions with customers. This position does not manage employees.

Requirements

At least a valid Class B CDL.
A valid DOT Medical Card, or ability to obtain one before hire.
At least 19 years of age.
No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
No DUI or OVI within the last 5 years, or 2 in the last 10 years.
Ability to read and understand a map and/or navigation system.
Excellent truck driving and maneuvering skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills to communicate professionally and effectively with internal and external customers.
Ability to read and speak English well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.
Ability to work flexible hours, including 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.
Ability to travel between offices as required.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of truck mechanics.
1–2 years of CDL truck driving experience.
Previous front-load truck driving experience.
Waste industry experience.

Responsibilities

Operate trucks safely to remove trash or recycling from customers on assigned routes or work orders and haul it to a disposal site.
Routinely enter and exit the truck approximately 100–150 times per day, depending on the route.
Open and secure service gates while servicing customers.
Pull or push containers from enclosures or inside buildings as needed.
Maintain and update route and driver log sheets.
Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete DVIR logs.
Interact professionally with internal and external customers and provide excellent customer service.
Maintain the cleanliness of the assigned truck.
Visually inspect front-load containers to ensure safe dumping procedures.
Clean areas around containers when needed while servicing customers.
Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body while following proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.