Laborer with CDL

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!

Seeking a reliable and hard-working individual with a valid ClassB CDL to perform commercial driving and hands-on labor tasks. The role includes transporting company trucks, maintaining clean and organized shop environments, and supporting field and vendor operations.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Commercial Driving:
  • Performs safe driving practices while shuttle company trucks between job sites, service centers, vendors, and yards using CDL Class
  • A/B vehicles
  • Perform pretrip and posttrip inspections; ensure vehicles are fueled, clean, and service-ready
• Shop and Yard Maintenance:
  • Sweep and maintain cleanliness of shop floors, service bays, and yard areas
  • Empty trash receptacles daily and dispose of debris in designated areas
  • Power-wash or sweep spills as needed to maintain a safe work environment
• Material Handling & Site Support:
  • Load and unload equipment, materials, and tools for job site and vendor tasks
  • Secure cargo in compliance with DOT and company policies
  • Assist in moving light materials within shop or yard as needed
  • Perform sanding, scraping, painting, placing stickers, and minor repair work on company containers and other equipment
    
• Vendor & Job Site Assistance:
  • Transport trucks to vendors for service, inspections, or repairs
  • Coordinate drop-offs/pick-ups with vendors, ensuring timely and professional delivery
• Safety & Record-Keeping:
  • Performs duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
  • Identify and address hazards; maintain a clean, safe, and orderly workspace
  • Accurately complete driving logs, vehicle checklists, and housekeeping records
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Detail-oriented with strong adherence to safety regulations (DOT, OSHA)
• Self-starter who can work independently and within a team
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience
• Mechanical aptitude preferred

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs. Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs.
• Continuously 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
• Occasionally sitting
• Frequently standing/walking

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
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to travel between offices, as required
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed
• 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 an employment contract 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.