What are the responsibilities and job description for the Delivery Truck Driver - Containers position at Rumpke?
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!
Delivery Truck Drivers are responsible for the delivery and/or removal of waste or recycling containers to customers. Delivery Drivers must be able to safely operate the vehicle, as well as provide courteous service to customers.
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm
Responsibilities of Position:
- Operates truck and performs job duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
- Performs deliveries to outlying locations and/or vendors.
- Completes proper documentation for internal and external customers.
- Conducts pre-trip/post trip inspections and completes logs.
- Maintains and updates drivers log sheets. (when required)
- Professional interaction with co-workers, internal and external customers.
- May assist in other projects or areas as needed.
- Maintains a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:
- Maintain a PIT (Power Industrial Truck) certification.
- Ability to read and understand a map.
- Excellent truck driving/maneuvering skills.
- General knowledge of mechanics vehicles.
- Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:
- Must have at least a valid Class B CDL.
- 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.
- Ability to travel between offices, as required.
- 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 a contract for employment 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.
