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Lakeshore Recycling Systems
Roll Off Driver (CDL Required, Home Nightly)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$44,618 / year median in Iowa
-20% projected decline
Job Description
The Roll-Off Driver is responsible for servicing customer accounts dispatched to him/her throughout the day. The driver will collect and haul waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant as directed by dispatch. Reports ToOperations SupervisorProvide, replace and remove roll-off containers and compactors for customers and dump materials at a disposal site or recycling center.
Complete work assignments in a safe and efficient manner to avoid damage and accidents whenever possible.
Operates vehicle in accordance with Lakeshore Waste Services safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws.
Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues to Route Manager or DispatchAttends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by LRS or directed by the Route Manager.
Works closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
Notifies Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including blocked containers, closed lots, streets, alleyways or potential safety hazards.
Communicates customer requests to Dispatch or Route ManagerMaintain and update driver log sheets throughout the day.
Communicate professionally with customers.
Keep commercial vehicle clean and free of trash/debris.
Follows route assignments as directed and completes end of day documentation and check out process.
Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have at least a valid Class B CDLMust have a valid DOT medical card or obtain prior to hire.
Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
Must not have any license suspensions within the last 2 years.
No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 yearsMust successfully complete pre-employment testingMust 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.
Physical Demands / Environmental FactorsWorks under moderate supervisionRequires Pushing and pulling up to 110 pounds.
Frequent walking and standing up to 8 hours / day.
Physical able to enter/climb and leave truck cab frequently.
Manual dexterity required to operate controls on truck.
Complete work assignments in a safe and efficient manner to avoid damage and accidents whenever possible.
Operates vehicle in accordance with Lakeshore Waste Services safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements as well as all local, state and federal laws.
Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service-related issues to Route Manager or DispatchAttends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by LRS or directed by the Route Manager.
Works closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage.
Notifies Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions, including blocked containers, closed lots, streets, alleyways or potential safety hazards.
Communicates customer requests to Dispatch or Route ManagerMaintain and update driver log sheets throughout the day.
Communicate professionally with customers.
Keep commercial vehicle clean and free of trash/debris.
Follows route assignments as directed and completes end of day documentation and check out process.
Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have at least a valid Class B CDLMust have a valid DOT medical card or obtain prior to hire.
Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
Must not have any license suspensions within the last 2 years.
No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 yearsMust successfully complete pre-employment testingMust 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.
Physical Demands / Environmental FactorsWorks under moderate supervisionRequires Pushing and pulling up to 110 pounds.
Frequent walking and standing up to 8 hours / day.
Physical able to enter/climb and leave truck cab frequently.
Manual dexterity required to operate controls on truck.