Driver Trainee

Rumpke • Waverly, OH

55d

About The Position

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 driver. The driving position is guaranteed if the training criteria is met. 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

• Must be able to obtain a DOT medical card within 10 days of employment.
• Must obtain class B CDL permit within 60 days of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a class B CDL within 90 days of employment.
• 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.
• Ability to read and understand a map.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including but not limited to sitting, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing, and lifting).
• Required to enter/exit the truck approximately 300-500 times per day.
• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
• 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; overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate 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.
• Professional interaction with internal and external customers
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Waste Management and Remediation Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees