Route Driver - Full-time
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| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$27 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Le Mars, Iowa |
About this job
Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to drive change--literally? LJP Waste Solutions is a zero-landfill environmental services company on a mission to revolutionize the waste industry through innovative recycling, waste-to-energy solutions, and sustainable environmental practices, and we want YOU to be a part of it.
Why Join Us?
Since 1993, LJP has helped large manufacturing companies achieve their sustainability goals by providing innovative commercial waste and recycling solutions. Through our waste evaluations, recycling processes, and waste-to-energy programs, we help customers reduce landfill waste, recover valuable resources, and convert non-recyclable materials into clean fuel.
Our team is committed to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and creating long-term value for the customers and communities we serve. At LJP, drivers play a critical role in supporting our sustainability mission by safely transporting waste and recyclable materials that contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Description
LJP Waste Solutions is currently seeking reliable and safety-focused CDL Drivers to join our growing team.
Our drivers operate a variety of trucks picking up waste and recycling materials from customer locations and transporting them to disposal sites and recycling centers at our Van's Sanitation & Recycling location. Drivers are expected to operate safely on roadways as professional drivers while maintaining compliance with all CDL laws and company safety standards.
This position offers the benefit of being home daily while working for a company committed to environmental responsibility and innovation.
Qualified drivers may be eligible for a $5,000 Hiring Bonus.
Job Responsibilities
Safely operate commercial waste and recycling vehicles on assigned routes
Collect and transport waste and recyclable materials from customer locations to disposal and recycling facilities
Follow all DOT regulations, CDL requirements, and company safety policies
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Maintain accurate route and operational documentation
Communicate professionally with dispatch, customers, and team members
Operate vehicles safely in varying weather and traffic conditions
Support operational efficiency and provide excellent customer service
Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of assigned vehicles
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Valid Driver's License and DOT Medical Card
Strong commitment to safety and professionalism
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliable attendance and dependable work ethic
Ability to work in varying weather conditions
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of driving experience
Minimum of 2 years of commercial driving experience
CDL Class A with Manual Endorsement preferred
Previous waste, recycling, or transportation industry experience
Benefits
$5,000 Hiring Bonus for qualified drivers
Home Daily
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
STD
LTD
Voluntary benefits
Schedule/Compensation Information
Job Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications
Work Location: In person
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Gig Jobs Posting ID: 1276444983 Posted: 2026-07-18 Job Title: Route Driver