Tractor Trailer Driver

Rumpke•Groesbeck, OH

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! Tractor Trailer Drivers are responsible for hauling trailers of waste, recyclables, and/or leachate to a disposal site, recycling plant or customer site. Tractor Trailer Drivers may also be required to climb to hook/unhook trailers, move items to smooth the load, and secure tarps.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand a map
Excellent truck driving/maneuvering skills
Ability to work independently
Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training
Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
General knowledge of truck mechanics
2 years CDL truck driving experience preferred
A valid Class A CDL is required (Tanker Endorsement preferred)
Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs
Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs
Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
Occasionally climbing and/or balancing
Continuously sitting
Occasionally standing/walking
Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire
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.

Nice To Haves

Waste industry experience, a plus
Experience on a skid steer preferred

Responsibilities

Operate truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies to ensure timely and efficient pick up of trailers and deliver to designated destination
Routinely enter/exit truck multiple times day
Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete DVIR logs
Visually inspect proper load securement
Maintain cleanliness of truck cab
Maintain and update route and driver log sheets
Professionally interact with internal and external customers to provide excellent customer service
Responsible for picking up bales from the ground at various stops and using a skid steer and ramps to load them into 53ft van trailers as needed
Utilize an app on your phone to log bale counts and number of stops each day as needed
Operate heavy equipment to load trailers for hauling as needed
Assist Roll Off line of business by operating Roll Off truck as needed
Haul leachate as needed
Perform other duties as assigned