Transfer Driver

TRANSFER DRIVER

Department: Transfer

Location: Chicago, IL

Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports To

Transfer Dump Operations Supervisor

Position Summary

Transfer drivers are responsible for transporting various materials related to the waste, recycling and demolition industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Check assigned truck & trailer for road worthiness on a daily basis, performing pre and post trips, reporting any defects, and maintaining proper fluid levels
• Transport materials to various destinations, placing special focus on safety, traffic rules and regulations
• Accurately filling out paperwork, including: daily trip reports, vehicle condition reports and customer work order tickets

Qualifications/Knowledge/Critical Skills

• Ability to read and understand a map/GPS
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job
• Repetitive lifting, pushing, pulling and climbing
• Ability to drive truck with a manual transmission
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to haul 48’ to 53’ trailers
• Previous CDL truck driving experience preferred
• Waste industry experience, a plus

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Works under moderate supervision
• Requires lifting up to 50-75 pounds, pushing, pulling and bending
• A valid CDL Class A driver’s license is required
• Must be 21 years of age, or older

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 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. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

LRS is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity, gender expression, change of sex, and transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.

Recommended Skills

• Commercial Driver's License (Cdl)
• Gps
• Manual Transmission
• Trailers