Lakeshore Recycling Systems Maywood , IL 60153
Posted 4 days ago
Position Title and Summary
The Seasonal Residential Driver position is one of our most physically demanding jobs. Drivers are responsible for servicing assigned route(s) with the collection and hauling of waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant. This position routinely requires extensive physical exertion (lifting, pushing, and pulling trash receptacles weighing up to 75 pounds each from the ground approximately 300-500 times per day) and entering/exiting the truck approximately 600-1000 times per day. Residential Drivers are exposed to extreme weather conditions and unpleasant odors and sights. The hours and physical demands may vary by route or area. Seasonal - the season is April to mid-December. A seasonal driver does not work January through March. Hours for the season are as follows: April
September, Monday
Friday with some Saturday's; October through December, Monday-Saturday, as needed. Please understand hours or Saturdays may fluctuate depending on the volume of work.
Reports To
Operations Supervisor
Responsibilities
Operate vehicle in accordance with LRS' 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 document 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, injures, 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 dump all containers and leave 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, closure doors are closed and secured, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic
Follow route assignments as directed and complete end of day documentation and check out process
Perform all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assist other drivers as directed to meet customer needs
Qualifications / Knowledge / Critical Skills
Legally eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have at least a valid Class B CDL
Must have a valid DOT medical card or obtain one 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 be able successfully complete pre-employment screenings
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 Demands / Environmental Factors
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
Able and willing to push and pull up to 110 pounds
Must be able to frequently walk and stand up to 8 hours / day
Must be physically able to enter/climb and leave truck cab frequently
Must have the manual dexterity required to operate controls on truck
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Lakeshore Recycling Systems