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UN Seasonal Yard Waste Driver

Lakeshore Recycling Systems

📍 West Chicago, IL 60185📅 Posted November 11, 2026Listing sourced from Indeed

Pay: Not listed by the employer

Employment type: Full-Time. Confirm working hours on the application page.

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Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
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Job Description

A Yard Waste Driver is responsible for safely operating specialized vehicles to collect and transport yard waste materials from residential or commercial locations to designated disposal sites. This role requires adherence to safety protocols, efficient driving, and excellent customer service skills.

Reports To

Operations Supervisor


  • Safely operate and maintain specialized yard waste collection vehicles, such as trucks or trailers equipped with hydraulic lifts or chippers.
  • Plan efficient routes to collect yard waste materials from designated areas, ensuring timely and accurate pickups.
  • Safely load yard waste materials onto the collection vehicle using appropriate equipment, and ensure secure transport to disposal sites.
  • Follow all safety regulations and guidelines, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Provide courteous and professional service to customers, addressing their inquiries and concerns regarding yard waste collection.
  • Perform routine maintenance checks on vehicles, report any mechanical issues, and coordinate with maintenance personnel for repairs.
  • Maintain accurate records of collected yard waste, routes, and any incidents or accidents during operations.
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
  • Clean driving record with no major violations.
  • Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and safety protocols.
  • Physical fitness and the ability to lift heavy objects.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is 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
  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • May require working on weekends or holidays during peak seasons.

Req Benefits: The Company LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the en
Compensation: $31.13
Additional Details : Physical Demands/Environmental Factors * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is 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
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,

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