Pup Truck Driver

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Pup Truck Drivers are responsible for the collection of waste or recycling materials in alleys and tight areas.  Drivers also pick up missed stops as needed.  

Responsibilities of Position:

• Operate truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies


• Provide waste or recycling removal services to customers on assigned route(s) by emptying trash/recycling receptacles into truck and hauling to disposal site


• Routinely enter/exit truck approximately 300 to 500 times per day, depending upon assigned route


• Replace trash/recycling receptacles neatly at the curb or designated area


• Pick up missed stops as needed


• Clean up waste spills and overflows


• Deliver and/or remove waste/recycling carts or bins as necessary


• Conduct pre-trip/post trip inspections and complete DVIR logs


• Maintain and update route and driver log sheets


• Maintain a clean truck


• Professionally interact with internal and external customers


• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to read and understand a map


• Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers


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

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• General knowledge of truck mechanics preferred

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs


• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs


• Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions


• Frequently working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter


• Continuously stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling


• Continuously climbing and/or balancing


• Continuously sitting/standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire


• Must be at least 19 years of age


• 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


• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas


• Exposure to residential and commercial waste


• Ability to travel between offices, as required


• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed


• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays


• Legally eligible to work in the United States


• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)


• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing


• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.