Front Load Driver

Texas Disposal Systems; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Disposal Systems is seeking a Frontload Driver to service routes with a focus on safety and efficiency. You will operate a front load truck, ensure on-route compliance, and communicate issues to dispatch while maintaining professional customer interactions.

Requirements include at least one year of heavy truck driving, the ability to work independently, and fluency in English for reports and road interactions. Valid Texas CDL and Medical Card are preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of related medium or heavy truck driving experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate proficient use of electronic technology within eight weeks of hire date.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway signs and write reports.

Responsibilities

• Report to work on time in company uniform and with required PPE.
• Perform pre-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
• Receive and follow the day’s route, using onboard tech to track progress.
• Operate the front load truck safely to minimize wear and damage.
• Complete end-of-shift duties and report mechanical needs to the shop.
• Maintain professional conduct with coworkers and customers.
• Adhere to DOT hours of service and report any violations or incidents.

Skills

Independent work

Electronic device usage

English proficiency

Tools

Texas CDL (A/B)

Job description

The Frontload Driver operates a front load truck, servicing customers along an established route in the manner and sequence determined by TDS. Driver will transport loads to a designated receiving site (transfer station, MRF, landfill or composting). The Driver is responsible for operating the front load truck safely at all times, staying current and in compliance with all governmental regulations pertaining to trucking and waste operations. Drivers are expected to be respectful to coworkers and management and will provide courteous, professional service to all customers.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report to work at designated time in company uniform and with required personal protective equipment.
• Before operating the equipment, the driver will perform a pre-trip inspection to ensure it is fully fueled and is safe and legal to operate.
• Driver will receive the day's route either on paper or electronically and will properly use the available technology to show progress and problems on the route.
• Operate truck and equipment in the manner for which it was intended to minimize wear & tear and avoid damage.
• End of shift duties include dumping last load, clean behind blade, clean out cab, fueling and post-trip truck inspection. Turn in VCR and communicate mechanical needs or issues to shop personnel. Drivers will complete route information processing and explain misses, skips and issues during debriefing.
• Work and drive productively and safely and behave in a respectful, courteous and professional manner at all times.
• Available for scheduled shifts, including holidays, weekends and overtime if needed.
• Responsible for and required to track personal DOT compliance, i.e. daily hours of service, and to report immediately to the dispatch if in danger of being out of compliance.
• Report any moving violations incurred during work hours to the supervisor at the end of the shift.
• Responsible for and required to report any personal moving violations or accidents to the supervisor within 72 hours.
• Attend the monthly mandatory safety meeting.
• Responsible for maintaining a valid Medical Card and Commercial Driver's License.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of related medium or heavy truck driving experience and/or specialized training
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision
• Ability to demonstrate proficient use of electronic technology within eight weeks of hire date
• Ability to understand and execute work orders communicated via onboard technology
• Ability to read, write and speak in English sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and make written entries on reports, required logs and records and other business-related documents

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Texas A CDL

REQUIRED LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License;
• Safe driving record for the past five years;
• Valid Medical Card or the ability to obtain one.

Texas Disposal Systems (TDS) is an equal employment opportunity employer. As such, TDS offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. These opportunities include all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, discharge, advancement and termination. TDS does not give hiring preference to applicants based on the previously listed characteristics.