Class B Driver

Stay Green; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Stay Green in Castaic, CA seeks a reliable Class B Driver to support its Tree Care Department. You will operate commercial vehicles to transport crews, equipment, and debris to and from job sites, ensuring safety and on-time service.

This full-time role requires a CDL-B, a clean driving record, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. You may operate dump trucks, chipper trucks, and water trucks, with opportunities for growth and industry certifications.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with a clean driving record.
• Minimum 1–2 years of professional driving experience.
• Ability to operate and back large vehicles safely in tight spaces.
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations and safety requirements.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work in all weather conditions.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform manual labor.
• Knowledge of tree care practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class B commercial vehicles, including dump trucks and water trucks.
• Load and unload tree care equipment and materials at job sites.
• Transport debris to disposal facilities or designated drop-off sites.
• Support tree care crews on-site as needed.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and DOT compliance.
• Maintain accurate driving logs and inspection records.
• Communicate schedules and job progress with team and dispatch.
• Ensure all equipment is secured and maintained.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

CDL Class B

1–2 years driving experience

Operate large vehicles safely

DOT regulations knowledge

Dependable and punctual

Physical stamina (lift up to 50 lbs)

Tree care equipment knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Class B Driver – Tree Care Department - Manual Transmission License/Certification

Department: Tree Care

Location: Castaic

Reports To: Tree Care Supervisor / Operations Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Our Mission

Stay Green Inc. is committed to being the leader in providing professional landscape services resulting in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Stay Green Values And Behaviors

Stay Green Team Members are expected to uphold the highest standards of teamwork, integrity, accountability, and achievement in their interactions with clients, vendors, and colleagues. Demonstrating these behaviors, along with coaching and creating an environment that embodies Stay Green’s values, are key components of our Performance

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Class B Driver to support our Tree Care Department. The ideal candidate will operate commercial vehicles to transport crews, equipment, and debris to and from job sites. This role is essential in ensuring smooth daily operations, job site efficiency, and the highest standards of safety and customer service.

Experience & Training

• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record.
• Minimum of [1–2] years of professional driving experience (tree care, landscaping, or construction preferred).
• Ability to operate and back large vehicles safely in tight job site conditions.
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations and safety requirements.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and able to work in all weather conditions.
• Physically able to lift heavy equipment and debris (up to 50 lbs), stand for extended periods, and perform manual labor when needed.
• Knowledge of tree care practices and equipment is a plus.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely operate Class B commercial vehicles, including dump trucks, chipper trucks, and water trucks.
• Load and unload tree care equipment and materials at job sites.
• Transport tree limbs, logs, chips, and other debris to disposal facilities or designated drop‑off sites.
• Support tree care crews on‑site as needed, including assisting with ground operations or cleanup.
• Perform daily pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections and ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
• Maintain accurate driving logs and inspection records.
• Communicate effectively with the tree care team, supervisors, and dispatch regarding schedules and job progress.
• Ensure all equipment is properly secured and maintained.
• Follow all safety protocols and contribute to a safe work environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience operating a chipper, stump grinder, or bucket truck.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to:
• Stand and walk.
• Use hands and arms to handle and reach.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Talk and hear.
• Outside weather conditions (extreme cold, heat, wind, and rain)
• Occasionally required to:
• Sit
• Climb or balance.
• Lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds.
• Vision requirements include:
• Close vision
• Distance vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus.
• Periodic exposure to:
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Landscape chemicals
• Moving mechanical parts

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and industry certifications.

WORK LOCATION:

• In‑person, on job sites.