Route Foreman Job Columbia South Carolina USA,Transportation

Location: Columbia

Description

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!

SHIFT: 5am-7pm Monday-Friday Saturday Availability Needed

Responsibilities of Position:

Assist management with the daily activities of route drivers including driver observations, lot inspections, Vehicle Safety Inspections, auditing and maintenance of routes
Ensure routes are completed by assigned driver or utility driver; run routes as needed
Manage missed stops by working cooperatively with dispatch, drivers and/or office staff to resolve issues
Assist with assigning and tracking daily work orders to drivers
Ensure drivers complete paperwork in accordance with DOT regulations and company policy
Assist with the resolution of customer service issues
Maintain a thorough understanding of Hours of Service (HOS) regulations to determine when a DOT log is required and provide assistance to drivers in accurately completing the log, if necessary
Monitor and enforce quality and safety standards and ensure all compliance goals are met or exceeded
Ensure completion of daily routes and ensure that all productivity goals are met or exceeded
Assist with delivery of containers
Conduct pre-trip/post-trip inspections and completes logs
Maintain and updates drivers' log sheets
Assist with minor accident investigation and manage accident reporting, including upload photos and relevant documentation
Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

Must be able to work independently, assist management, and resolve problems
Must be able to operate all required equipment
Maintain a positive and professional work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with all employees, co-workers, management and external customers
Must be proficient in the use of computers
Must exhibit leadership qualities in order to drive day-to-day operations with the team

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

1-2 years' experience driving with CDL required; lead role experience preferred
Knowledge of area with the ability to read maps
Must have knowledge of DOT/OSHA regulations
Previous waste industry experience a plus

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs
Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
Continuously working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions
Continuously 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 at least a valid Class B CDL
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
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