Route Driver & Ops Trainee—Growth Path in Central Texas

Northern Gulf Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 41,600 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Northern Gulf is seeking a Route Driver / Operations Trainee to support daily UCO collection routes and plant operations in the Central Texas region, centered around Austin. This hands-on role offers a clear pathway to Operations Manager as the region scales and more drivers are added.

The ideal candidate is reliable, mechanically inclined, safety-focused, with strong communication and customer service skills. Valid CDL required (Class B minimum); Class A preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL (Class B minimum)
• Clean driving record
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs. and work in outdoor environments
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Operate company truck to collect used cooking oil from customer locations across Central Texas
• Perform bin deliveries, bin swaps, and equipment placement at customer sites
• Maintain accurate route logs, collection volumes, and service notes
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment, including pumps, hoses, and tanks
• Assist with plant operations including unloading, filtering, and transferring UCO
• Perform basic equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
• Support inventory management for bins, lids, and parts
• Help refine route efficiency, service standards, and operational processes
• Represent Northern Gulf professionally at all customer locations
• Communicate service issues, access challenges, or equipment needs
• Training and onboarding new drivers
• Route planning and optimization
• Oversight of safety procedures and compliance
• Coordination with the General Manager on operational improvements
• Acting as point-of-contact for driver team and plant operations

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Northern Gulf is seeking a Route Driver / Operations Trainee to support daily UCO collection routes and plant operations in the Central Texas region, centered around Austin. This hands-on role offers a clear pathway to Operations Manager as the region scales and more drivers are added.

The ideal candidate is reliable, mechanically inclined, safety-focused, with strong communication and customer service skills. Valid CDL required (Class B minimum); Class A preferred.