CDL Front Load Truck Driver

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Miami Township, OH

About The Position

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 the truck’s forks and may need to pull or push containers from enclosures or inside buildings. The role includes operating and maintaining the assigned truck, completing route and vehicle inspection logs, and providing professional customer service. Drivers work outdoors in changing weather and environmental conditions, may encounter high traffic or tight driving areas, and are expected to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. This position does not manage employees.

Requirements

At least a valid Class B CDL.
A valid DOT Medical Card, or the ability to obtain one before hire.
At least 19 years of age.
No more than three moving violations within the last two years.
No DUI or OVI convictions within the last five years, or two within the last ten 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 effectively and professionally 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, and 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.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of truck mechanics.
One to two years of CDL truck-driving experience.
Previous front-load truck-driving experience.
Waste-industry experience.

Responsibilities

Operate trucks safely on assigned routes or work orders, emptying trash or recycling containers and hauling materials to a disposal site.
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 as 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.