CDL Utility Driver

Louisville, KY1101 W Oak StLouisville, KY 40210, USADescriptionRumpke 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! Qualified candidates must hold a Class A CDL.Utility Drivers are responsible for servicing customers with the collection and hauling of waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant. This position operates various types of trucks, often filling in for other drivers. Utility Drivers will service many different routes in various areas. Responsibilities of Position: Provide trash or recycling removal services to customers, in a safe and compliant way, by emptying trash/recycling containers into truck and hauling to disposal site Operate various types of trucks and/or complete various routes Routinely enter/exit the truck approximately 300-500 times per day, depending on the assigned route Pick up missed stops and/or routes as needed Deliver trash/recycling containers as needed Replace trash/recycling containers neatly at the curb or designated area Clean up waste spills and overflows Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body and ensure cleanliness of truck cab Maintain and update route & driver log sheets Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete logs Professionally interact with internal and external customers, providing excellent customer service Perform other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibility: This position will not manage employees Skills & Abilities Needed for Position: Ability to get certified in various trucks Ability to enter/exit the truck approximately 300-500 times per day Ability to read and understand a map Ability to drive all types of trucks in fleet General knowledge of truck mechanics Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers 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 Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position: Minimum 1-2 years CDL truck driving experience Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday: Frequently lifting/carrying a max of 75 lbsContinuously pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbsContinuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling Frequently climbing and/or balancing Frequently sitting/standing/walking in an office environment

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