Residential Waste Route Driver – CDL & Customer Service

Texas Pride Disposal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Pride Disposal in Houston, TX seeks a Residential Driver to operate a Rearload truck, delivering loads to landfills and recycling centers while maintaining compliance with government regulations. You will supervise one or two helpers when assigned, conduct training, and coordinate work for helpers.

Responsibilities include route execution, pre/post-trip inspections, accurate logging, and adherence to DOT hours. A valid CDL, medical card, and clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• One year of related medium or heavy truck driving experience.
• Demonstrate excellent heavy truck driving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate commercial motor vehicles.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public and complete records.

Responsibilities

• Report to work at designated time in company uniform and with required PPE.
• Ensure the assigned truck is fully-fueled, safe to operate and that the required paperwork is on board before leaving the yard.
• Collect the route as outlined in routing software and document changes or problems on route sheet.
• Record time in the routing software at each customer stop.
• Perform pre- and post-trip truck inspection and ensure Vehicle Condition Report is turned in.
• Work and drive productively and safely and be courteous and professional at all times.
• Be available for scheduled shifts, including holidays and weekends.
• Track personal DOT hours and report to supervisor if at risk of non-compliance.
• Report any moving violations or accidents to supervisor within 72 hours.
• Maintain a valid Medical Card and a valid Driver's License.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy truck driving experience

Education

Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B)

Medical Card

Job description

Texas Pride Disposal in Houston, TX seeks a Residential Driver to operate a Rearload truck, delivering loads to landfills and recycling centers while maintaining compliance with government regulations. You will supervise one or two helpers when assigned, conduct training, and coordinate work for helpers.

Responsibilities include route execution, pre/post-trip inspections, accurate logging, and adherence to DOT hours. A valid CDL, medical card, and clean driving record are required.