Seasonal Residential Driver

About the role

LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsible waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through a 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.
• Live Safety
• Serve With Passion
• Innovate Relentlessly
• Engage With Integrity
• Build Community
• Be Accountable

Responsibilities

• Service assigned route(s) with the collection and hauling of waste or recycling materials to a disposal site or recycling plant.
• Perform extensive physical exertion including lifting, pushing, and pulling trash receptacles weighing up to 75 pounds each from the ground approximately 300–500 times per day.
• Enter and exit the truck approximately 600–1,000 times per day.
• Work in extreme weather conditions and be exposed to unpleasant odors and sights.
• Operate vehicle in accordance with LRS’ safety and Life Critical Rules, OSHA, and DOT requirements as well as all local, state, and federal laws.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and document checks using 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 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.

Requirements

• Legally eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid Class B CDL.
• Valid DOT medical card or obtain one prior to hire.
• No DUI’s or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
• No license suspensions within the last 2 years.
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
• Must be able to 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

• 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 per day.
• Must be physically able to enter/climb and leave truck cab frequently.
• Must have the manual dexterity required to operate controls on truck.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Schedule

Seasonal position from April to mid-December (no work January through March).

• April–September: Monday–Friday with some Saturdays.
• October–December: Monday–Saturday as needed.
• Hours may fluctuate depending on volume of work.

Pay

$30.26 per hour