Flexible Route Driver - Waste & Recycling

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries, Inc. is seeking a Heavy-Duty Truck Driver responsible for collecting commercial and residential waste and recyclables. You will operate vehicles, perform inspections, and ensure safe, efficient routing in accordance with safety policies.

Responsibilities include maintaining logs, communicating with Dispatch, and ensuring customer locations are left clean after service. A valid CDL, safe driving history, physical stamina, and willingness to work flexible hours are required.

Qualifications

• CDL required with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and operate equipment safely.
• Must maintain safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Able to work a flexible schedule when requested.
• Demonstrated knowledge of recycling processes and materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty trucks in compliance with Pratt Recycling safety, OSHA and DOT rules.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and document checks.
• Report unsafe conditions to Route Manager or Dispatch.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.
• Assist in improving route efficiency with Route Manager.
• Notify Route Manager of incidents, delays, or accessibility issues.
• Communicate customer requests to Dispatch or Route Manager.
• Completely dump receptacles and leave premises clean.
• Follow route assignments and complete end-of-day paperwork.
• Operate all trucks in the fleet and monitor vehicle gauges.
• Load and unload as required and empty trucks at disposal sites.
• Keep truck and compactor clean and adhere to safety guidelines.

Skills

CDL

Safe driving record

Lift 75 lbs

Flexible schedule

Physical stamina

Job description

Pratt Industries, Inc. is seeking a Heavy-Duty Truck Driver responsible for collecting commercial and residential waste and recyclables. You will operate vehicles, perform inspections, and ensure safe, efficient routing in accordance with safety policies.

Responsibilities include maintaining logs, communicating with Dispatch, and ensuring customer locations are left clean after service. A valid CDL, safe driving history, physical stamina, and willingness to work flexible hours are required.