Job Description

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 or recyclables to a disposal site, recycling plant or customer site. This position may require driving in congested and/or confined areas. This position will be required to enter/exit the truck multiple times per day. 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:

• Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Timely and efficient pick up of trailers and deliver to designated destination.
• Maintains and updates route sheets.
• Conducts pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete DVIR logs.
• Visually inspect proper load securement.
• Maintain cleanliness of truck cab.
• Maintains and updates Drivers Log sheets.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to read and understand a map.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including but not limited to sitting, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing, and lifting).
• Excellent truck driving/maneuvering skills.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• 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.

Physical Requirements in a Regular workday:

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20lbs.
• Continuously sitting.
• Occasionally stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling.
• Occasionally Climbing and/or balancing.
• Continuously Working outside in changing temperature, wet/humid conditions.
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, other airborne matter.

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• A valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement preferred.
• 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 locations.
• Ability to work flexible hours; overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• 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 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.

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Job Tags

Contract work, Local area, Flexible hours, Weekend work,

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