Roll Off Driver

Lakeshore Recycling Systems•Niles, MI

About The Position

The Roll-Off Driver services customer accounts assigned throughout the day, collecting and hauling waste or recycling materials to disposal sites or recycling plants as directed by dispatch. The role provides, replaces, and removes roll-off containers and compactors, follows assigned routes, and completes required end-of-day documentation and checkout. The driver works with the Route Manager and Dispatch to meet customer needs, improve route efficiency, and address service interruptions, while operating safely and communicating professionally with customers.

Requirements

Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Be at least 18 years of age.
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, or no more than one 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 testing.
Be able to read and speak English well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training.

Responsibilities

Provide, replace, and remove roll-off containers and compactors for customers, and dump materials at disposal sites or recycling centers.
Complete work assignments safely and efficiently to avoid damage and accidents whenever possible.
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-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and document them 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 required training programs, briefings, and meetings.
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, streets or alleyways, and potential safety hazards.
Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or the Route Manager and communicate professionally with customers.
Maintain and update driver log sheets throughout the day.
Keep the commercial vehicle clean and free of trash and debris.
Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day documentation and checkout.
Perform duties as scheduled by the Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.