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Commercial Driver (Garbage Truck - CDL)

LRS, Fort Recovery, OH, United States


LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve. We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.

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Engage With Integrity

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Be Accountable, The Commercial Drivers are responsible for operating heavy-duty trucks with front or rear end load lift attachment. Drivers are responsible for providing the pickup service of containers filled with waste or recyclable materials. Containers may weigh in excess of 1000 pounds and at times require drivers to maneuver wheeled containers to a pickup stage area. Driver will transport the material to a disposal, transfer, or recycle facility when trucks reach legal load capacity. This role navigates high traffic and congested roadways, driveways, alleyways, and lots. Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential to successfully perform this job.

Reports To

Operations Supervisor

Operate 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

Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)

Immediately report all unsafe situations or service-related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch

Attend and participate in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by LRS or directed by the Route Manager

Work closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices

Notify Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage

Notify Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions including blocked containers, closed lots, streets, alleyways or potential safety hazards

Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or Route Manager

Identify and report all containers in need of repair or replacement

Ensure the number of containers on the route reconciles to the service level listed on service list

Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris

Complete and submit customer tickets as required when excessive yardage must be removed

Position and return containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced

Ensure doors are closed and secured and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic

Follow route assignments as directed and completes end of day documentation and check out process

Perform all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs

Perform other job duties as required

Qualifications

Eligible to work in the United State without requiring sponsorship

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must have at least a valid Class B CDL

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 years

Must successfully complete pre-employment testing

Must be able to read and speak English well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, directions, traffic signs, signals, and safety training

Physical Requirements

While 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 hear

Occasionally required to stand and walk

Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Salary: $32.73

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