Seasonal Clean Sweep Driver
LRS · West Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
Management$28.95/hrFull-time
Essential Job Duties
- Operate the truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
- Clean streets, gutters, and other assigned areas (parking lots, construction sites, etc.)
- Complete assigned routes
- Communicate with dispatch as route changes or issues arise
- Maintain and update route sheets
- Conduct pre-trip/post trip vehicle inspections
- Maintain and update drivers log sheets
- Perform physically demanding waste collection duties, including lifting and moving heavy materials, operating collection vehicles, and servicing assigned routes in varying weather and environmental conditions
- Keep truck clean and operating properly within driver’s ability
Knowledge And Skill Requirements
- Ability to read and understand a map
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the job such as prolonged physical exertions
- Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching to collect garbage
- Long hours of driving, often in congested or hazardous conditions
- Exposure to various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow
- High noise levels from trucks and machinery
- Potential exposure to hazardous materials and unpleasant odors
- May be required to lift up to 10 pounds
- Travel Required: N/A
Qualifications
- 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
- 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
- Must not have any license suspensions 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
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Lakeshore Recycling Systems is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.