Transfer Station Lead Driver

Timber Creek Recycling; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Career Growth

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development

Job summary

Timber Creek Recycling LLC in Meridian, Idaho, is seeking a Transfer Station Lead Driver to oversee daily transfer station operations and lead the driver team.

You will ensure safe loading and transportation of materials, perform vehicle inspections, and coordinate with supervisors to maintain productivity, safety, and excellent customer service. This full-time, day-shift role requires a Class A CDL, strong leadership, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles and equipment.
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and support team members.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, and perform physical job duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial vehicles in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Conduct pre-trip, post-trip, and routine vehicle inspections.
• Report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Transport materials efficiently while ensuring loads are properly secured and delivered safely.
• Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, and safe work practices.
• Provide guidance and support to fellow drivers.
• Communicate operational concerns and improvement opportunities to management.
• Maintain compliance with DOT, OSHA/MSHA, and environmental regulations.
• Identify, report, and help correct unsafe conditions.
• Maintain all required licenses, certifications, and transportation documentation.
• Maintain professional communication with customers, vendors, and team members.
• Complete required logs, inspections, and operational paperwork accurately.
• Communicate route changes, delays, equipment issues, and operational updates promptly.

Skills

CDL A

Safe driving

Leadership

DOT regulations

Communication

Outdoor work

Job description

Pay: Competitive DOE
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Day Shift | Monday–Friday (overtime as needed)

SUMMARY

The Transfer Station Lead Driver is responsible for safely operating commercial vehicles to transport materials while serving as the lead driver for transfer station operations. This position provides day-to-day guidance to drivers, promotes safe and efficient work practices, and ensures transportation activities are completed in accordance with company policies, DOT regulations, and operational standards. The Transfer Station Lead Driver works closely with supervisors to maintain productivity, equipment readiness, and exceptional customer service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safe Commercial Vehicle Operations

• Safely operate commercial vehicles in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Conduct pre-trip, post-trip, and routine vehicle inspections.
• Report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Transport materials efficiently while ensuring loads are properly secured and delivered safely.
  

Transfer Station Operations

• Support the daily movement of materials to maintain efficient transfer station operations.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and staging materials as needed.
  
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Leadership & Team Support

• Lead by example through professionalism, accountability, and safe work practices.
  
• Provide guidance and support to fellow drivers.
  
• Communicate operational concerns and improvement opportunities to management.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow and promote all company safety policies.
  
• Maintain compliance with DOT, OSHA/MSHA, and environmental regulations.
  
• Identify, report, and help correct unsafe conditions.
  
• Maintain all required licenses, certifications, and transportation documentation.

Communication & Customer Service

• Maintain professional communication with customers, vendors, and team members.
  
• Complete required logs, inspections, and operational paperwork accurately.
  
• Communicate route changes, delays, equipment issues, and operational updates promptly.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Valid Class A CDL with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles and equipment.
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and support team members.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, and perform physical job duties as required.

Preferred

• Previous transfer station, recycling, aggregate, waste, or trucking industry experience.
• Experience in a lead driver or supervisory role.
• OSHA/MSHA training or related safety certifications.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-Paid Training and Development

OUR CULTURE

Safety First

Nothing is more important than ensuring every employee goes home safely each day. Safety is everyone's responsibility.

Teamwork & Respect

We value hard work, accountability, and treating one another with professionalism and respect. Our success depends on collaboration across departments and supporting one another.

Continuous Improvement

We encourage employees to identify opportunities for improvement, solve problems proactively, and contribute ideas that help us operate more efficiently.

Growth & Development

Whether you're looking to expand your skills, advance into leadership, or build a long-term career, we invest in employee development and promote from within whenever possible.

Environmental Stewardship

Our work has a direct impact on sustainability throughout Idaho. Employees take pride in helping reduce waste, recover valuable materials, and support a cleaner future for our communities.

Timber Creek Recycling LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.