Commercial Driver

Lakeshore Recycling Systems • Monmouth, IL

5d

About The Position

Commercial Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks equipped with front- or rear-end load lift attachments to collect containers of waste or recyclable materials. Containers may weigh more than 1,000 pounds and may need to be maneuvered to a pickup stage area. Drivers transport materials to disposal, transfer, or recycling facilities when trucks reach legal load capacity. The work involves navigating high-traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots, and requires highly skilled backing maneuvers.

This position follows assigned routes, maintains safe and compliant vehicle operations, and works with the Route Manager and Dispatch to address service issues, improve route efficiency, and meet customer needs. Local travel is required; overnight travel is not.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Class B CDL.
• Must have a valid DOT medical card or obtain one before hire.
• Must not have any DUI or OVI convictions within the last 5 years, or 2 within the last 10 years.
• Must not have had any license suspensions within the last 2 years.
• Must have no more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak English well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions and directions and to understand traffic signs, signals, and safety training.
• Must be able to regularly lift and carry heavy loads, often up to 70 pounds or more.
• Must be able to perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching to collect garbage.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate the vehicle in accordance with Lakeshore Waste Services safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and document checks using the standard Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
• Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend and participate in scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by LRS or directed by the Route Manager.
• Work with the Route Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
• Notify the Route Manager of incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notify the Route Manager or Dispatch about service interruptions, blocked containers, closed lots or streets, inaccessible alleyways, and potential safety hazards.
• Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
• Identify and report containers needing repair or replacement.
• Reconcile the number of containers on the route with the service level listed on the service list.
• Completely empty containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
• Complete and submit customer tickets when excessive yardage must be removed.
• Place and return containers on customer property with lids properly replaced, and ensure doors are closed and secured and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
• Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
• Perform other job duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED