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Lakeshore Recycling Systems

Swing Driver

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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.

$46,870 / year median in Illinois

-20% projected decline

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Job Description

The Swing driver is responsible for servicing customer accounts dispatched to him/her throughout the day. The Swing driver collects and hauls waste, recycling materials or containers to a disposal site or recycling plant as directed by dispatch. This position may perform as Container, Commercial, Roll Off or Residential Driver as needed. Reports ToOperations SupervisorComplete 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.

At the direction of Management the
Lead Driver:
Coordinates & leads a team of driversSchedules & makes possible route changes as neededAssures company policies are followed and provides additional training as neededOnboards and trains new and existing driversHelps coordinate scheduled shifts, and works to cover if there is a call-in/no showHelps track and minimizes overtime of employees and helps implement at the direction of leadership improvements in work efficienciesWorks with management team to implement quarterly goals (key indicators) used to track the efficiency/profitability of the companyWorks with management and provides feedback for the development of Standard Operating ProceduresHelps coordinate facilitate and optimize routes and coverage at all timesMay evaluate customer support and problem solving to find solutions to customer issuesResponds positively to unpredictable situations or problems that can occur throughout their work responsibilitiesLegally eligible to work in the United States.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must have at least a valid Class B CDLAbility to drive manual transmission or willing to learn.

Must 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 FactorsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hearOccasionally required to stand and walkWorks 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.