Driver Trainee

Rumpke•Louisville, KY

About The Position

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! The Driver Trainee position trains side-by-side with the drivers to gain experience. Driver Trainees begin employment in a trainee role while training to become a CDL driver. Drivers are responsible for servicing assigned route(s)/customers with the collection and hauling of waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand a map
Ability to enter/exit the truck approximately 300-500 times per day
Must posses good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
Must be able to obtain a DOT medical card within 10 days of employment
Must be able to obtain class B CDL permit within 60 days of employment
Must be able to obtain a class B CDL within 90 days of employment
Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs
Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
Frequently climbing and/or balancing
Frequently sitting/standing/walking in an office environment
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
General Education Diploma or better.
High School or better.

Responsibilities

Attend classroom and field training and study independently to obtain required CDL license
Assist as a helper during training to complete daily routes as needed
Enter/exit a truck 300-500 times per day to service assigned route
Operate a truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
Provide waste or recycling removal services to customers on assigned route(s) and hauling to disposal site
Clean up waste spills and overflows
Maintain and update route sheets/logs sheets
Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs
Professionally interact with internal and external customers
Perform other duties as assigned