Residential Driver

Roll Off Solutions LLC•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•$25 - $28

About The Position

As a Residential Driver for a waste collection company, you will safely and efficiently operate a waste collection truck on scheduled residential routes. You will collect household waste in compliance with local regulations and company safety standards, interact professionally with customers and team members, keep the vehicle clean, and report operational issues. The role requires a valid CDL, physical stamina, and a commitment to reliable waste management services.

Requirements

Pass a DOT drug screen test.
Hold a valid CDL driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Meet company driving standards and comply with the fleet safety policy.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Communicate with personnel and management using excellent verbal and written skills.
Perform physical labor, including lifting loads up to 50 pounds and working in various weather conditions.
Maintain a strong focus on safety and adhere to traffic laws and regulations.
Communicate effectively with coworkers and residents.
Manage time effectively and complete assigned routes within specified timelines.
Lift and carry heavy equipment and tools; stand, kneel, and bend for extended periods; push or pull carts weighing approximately 250 pounds; and bend to lift extra materials weighing up to 90 pounds into containers.
Exit the truck 25–75 times daily to retrieve carts and load extra overflow materials into containers.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience driving a truck or large vehicle.

Responsibilities

Safely operate specialized trucks to collect trash containers in residential neighborhoods, including navigating high-traffic roads, congested roads, and alleys.
Assist with loading, transporting, and unloading waste from residential areas.
Follow safety protocols while operating the vehicle and collecting waste, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip truck inspections, including checking fluid levels, brakes, tires, and other components.
Interact courteously with residents and address questions or concerns about waste collection services.
Service accounts efficiently and leave customer sites clean of debris.
Complete routes within scheduled timelines and report delays or issues to the supervisor.
Communicate customer needs and issues to the office and sales department.
Maintain accurate records of waste collected, mileage, fuel consumption, incidents, and truck malfunctions.
Work with waste collection team members to provide efficient and effective service.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.