Job Opening: Roll-Off Truck Driver Class A ($22.00 - $24.00) - Housing Available

Company: Texas Gulf Recycling

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Not a Remote Job; Position based in Texas

Texas Gulf Recycling is excited to announce a job opening for a dedicated Roll-Off Truck Driver Class A with a pay range of $22.00 to $24.00 per hour, depending on experience. This opportunity comes with the availability of housing and is designed for a professional who is ready to take on a challenging but rewarding role in our dynamic team. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in our logistics operations, primarily focused on the efficient and safe transport of roll-off dumpsters.

Job Description

As a Roll-Off Truck Driver at Texas Gulf Recycling, you will be essential to our team's success by ensuring the timely and safe delivery of roll-off dumpsters to customer sites. This position requires a high level of responsibility and a strong commitment to safety protocols. You will collaborate closely with recycling facility staff and dispatchers to efficiently coordinate the movement and transportation of material trailers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Exhibit a strong and continuous focus on safety and participate in daily safety meetings.
• Perform pre and post-trip inspections on trucks daily and actively engage in troubleshooting issues in collaboration with mechanics as needed.
• Safely deliver, swap, and pick up roll-off dumpsters from customer sites and manage time effectively to meet customer needs.
• Securely tarp each full dumpster to ensure safe transport to disposal or processing sites.
• Identify types of materials in dumpsters, such as MSW (Municipal Solid Waste) and C&D (Construction and Demolition debris), and handle them accordingly.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of truck maintenance and repairs, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date.
• Plan and schedule regular maintenance on trucks to minimize downtime and maintain operational readiness.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Effectively communicate with dispatchers and scale house personnel to determine the appropriate disposal locations.
• Work collaboratively with management to continuously improve truck efficiency and transportation processes.
• Monitor the condition of vehicles and report any unsatisfactory conditions as per company and departmental protocols.
• Adhere to company policies, rules, and safety standards without taking inappropriate risks.
• Undertake additional job-related duties as directed by the management team.

Requirements

• Hold an active Class A CDL license with a current DOT physical certification.
• Possess a strong knowledge of safety standards and DOT laws to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Demonstrate a strong mechanical aptitude; capable of performing minor repairs on trucks and containers.
• Have a basic understanding of mathematics and the ability to perform precise measurements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to follow instructions, provide feedback, and adapt to feedback from management.
• Commit to a 5-day work week and withstand extreme weather conditions typical to Texas, including heat, cold, and wetness.
• Wear company-provided uniforms and use the safety shoe allowance as per company standards.
• Show a high level of responsibility, dedication to meeting work schedules, and addressing challenges as they arise.
• Exhibit outstanding customer service skills, aiming to exceed customer expectations every time.