Job Description
Description
5:00AM-7:00PM M-F
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.
Responsibilities of Position:
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
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position will not manage employees
Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:
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
Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:
General knowledge of truck mechanics
2 years CDL truck driving experience preferred
Waste industry experience, a plus
A valid Class A CDL is required (Tanker Endorsement preferred)
Experience on a skid steer preferred
Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:
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
Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:
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
This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.
Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Qualifications
Education
General Education Diploma (preferred)
High School (preferred)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
