Seasonal Residential Driver - CDL

Lakeshore Recycling Systems•Rockdale, IL

About The Position

The Seasonal Residential Driver services assigned routes by collecting and hauling waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant. The role involves extensive physical exertion, including moving trash receptacles weighing up to 75 pounds approximately 300–500 times per day and entering and exiting the truck approximately 600–1,000 times per day. Drivers work in extreme weather conditions and may encounter unpleasant odors and sights. Hours and physical demands may vary by route or area. The season runs from April through mid-December, with no work from January through March. From April through September, the schedule is Monday through Friday with some Saturdays. From October through December, the schedule is Monday through Saturday as needed. Hours and Saturday work may fluctuate based on work volume.

Requirements

Be legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Be at least 18 years old.
Hold a valid Class B CDL.
Have a valid DOT medical card or obtain one before hire.
Have no DUI or OVI convictions within the last five years, and no more than two within the last ten years.
Have no license suspensions within the last two years.
Have no more than three moving violations within the last two years.
Successfully complete pre-employment screenings.
Read and speak English well enough to communicate, understand and respond to questions and directions, understand traffic signs and signals, and participate in safety training.
Be able and willing to push and pull up to 110 pounds.
Be able to walk and stand frequently for up to eight hours per day and frequently enter and exit the truck cab.
Have the manual dexterity needed to operate truck controls.

Responsibilities

Operate the vehicle in accordance with company safety rules, OSHA and DOT requirements, and applicable laws.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them using the Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR).
Immediately report unsafe situations and service-related issues to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
Attend and participate in required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
Work with the Route Manager to improve route efficiency and identify best practices.
Report incidents, accidents, injuries, and property damage to the Route Manager.
Report service interruptions and potential safety hazards to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Route Manager.
Identify and report containers that need repair or replacement.
Ensure the containers on the route reconcile with the service level listed on the service list.
Empty containers completely and leave customer locations clean and free of debris.
Complete and submit customer tickets when excessive yardage must be removed.
Position and return containers on customer property with lids and closure doors properly secured and without blocking driveways or traffic.
Follow assigned routes and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
Perform scheduled duties and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.