Truck Driver CDL A - Drop and Hook Driver

Liberty Tire Recycling; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Liberty Tire Recycling is looking for a Class A CDL Driver to ensure safe and timely transportation of tires. This role involves drop and hook operations and requires strict adherence to DOT regulations. Candidates must have a valid CDL and experience in commercial driving.

Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k). Join us to help support our tire recycling operations!

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 22 years old.
• Must meet all FMCSA driver qualification requirements.
• Minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport tires from customer locations.
• Perform drop and hook operations.
• Maintain commercial driver logs accurately.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations

Ability to safely operate Class A equipment

Strong attention to safety

Clear communication with dispatch and customers

Education

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

WE HAVE WALK IN INTERVIEWS ON WEDNESDAY FROM 10AM TO 3PM

Location: 5225 Teague Rd., Fort Worth, TX. 76140

JOB SUMMARY

The Class A CDL Driver –Drop & Hook is responsible for the safe and timely pickup, transport, and delivery of tires using drop and hook operations. Routes are assigned by dispatch; drivers are responsible for managing daily transportation activities, maintaining professionalism at customer locations, and completing all required documentation accurately. This role requires strict compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and Liberty Tire Recycling safety and operational requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely remove and transport tires from customer locations to designated Liberty Tire Recycling facilities or approved disposal sites.
• Perform drop and hook trailer operations, including exchanging loaded and empty trailers at customer locations, company yards, and facilities.
• Ensure all loads are properly secured and compliant with DOT and company safety requirements prior to transport.
• Conduct required pre-trip, post-trip, and en-route inspections of assigned tractors and trailers; complete DVIRs and report maintenance or safety concerns immediately.
• Accurately complete DOT logs, driver qualification documentation, bills of lading, manifests, and required company or customer paperwork.
• Collect and transport payments from cash-only customers when required, in accordance with company cash-handling procedures.
• Maintain clean, safe, and operational equipment at all times.
• Navigate assigned routes using maps, GPS, and dispatch instructions while accounting for traffic, weather, and site conditions.
• Maintain professional and courteous interactions with customers, tire stores, dispatch, and internal teams.
• Follow all Liberty Tire Recycling safety policies, environmental standards, and operational procedures.
• Assist with yard moves, trailer positioning, and other transportation-related tasks as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as required to support waste tire removal operations.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Ability to safely operate Class A equipment and perform drop and hook operations.
• Strong attention to safety, accuracy, and compliance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Clear and professional communication with dispatch, customers, and coworkers.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks related to inspections and equipment handling.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age of 22 years old.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must meet all FMCSA driver qualification requirements.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record in compliance with DOT standards.
• Minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience or equivalent Class A CDL driving experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This role requires extended periods of driving, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and physical tasks associated with inspections, trailer handling, and waste tire removal operations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Prior experience in the tire recycling or manufacturing industry is a plus.

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

EEO STATEMENT

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.