Truck Driver I - Highside

PADNOS; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement (100%) for team

Tuition reimbursement for dependents (

First-time home buying assistance

401K match & profit sharing

Performance driven bonuses

Job summary

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company serving paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling.PADNOS seeks a driver to operate various trucks, switch trailers, and perform DOT inspections while delivering excellent customer service. The role features early hours, Monday–Friday, with responsibilities that include load weighing, document prep, and logbook maintenance.

Join PADNOS to contribute to a team-focused, safety-conscious operation and enjoy benefits such as competitive wages and

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• CDL Class A with no manual transmission restriction (E).
• Must have a clear driving record.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Lift up to 75 lbs. while chaining.
• Legible handwriting and strong mathematical skills.
• Ability to work independently and be detail oriented.
• Ability to maintain logbooks.
• Must be willing to work in an outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Service customer locations and maintain good customer relations.
• Provide outstanding customer service as a service representative for the company.
• Prepare shipping documents for all loads, weigh all loads and perform initial material inspections.
• Maintain paperwork for scale tickets, shippers, logbooks and trip reports.
• Complete and submit necessary reports, such as accident damage and traffic violation reports.
• Perform daily DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspection.
• Submit to random drug and alcohol testing as required.
• Inspect loads and tarp/secure loads when necessary.
• Maintain inside of truck.
• Data entry for vendor codes and trip reports.
• Other duties as necessary.
• Daily vehicle inspection reports.

Skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Strong math skills

Logbook maintenance

Clear driving record

Education

High school diploma

Job description

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for driving a company truck, such as a Van Trailer, Highside, Switch Truck, Box Truck, Bulk Tanker or Tow Truck, and switching trailers or containers at customer account locations. Also responsible for other driving assignments as directed by Dispatch. Actively participates and displays behaviors of the company values.

Schedule

• Monday- Friday
• 5:00 am - 5:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Service customer locations and always maintain good customer relations
• Provide outstanding customer service as a service representative for the company
• Prepare shipping documents for all loads, weigh all loads and perform initial material inspections
• Maintain paperwork for scale tickets, shippers, logbooks and trip reports
• Complete and submit necessary reports, such as accident damage and traffic violation reports
• Perform daily DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspection
• Submit to random drug and alcohol testing as required
• Inspect loads and tarp/secure loads when necessary
• Maintain inside of truck
• Data entry for vendor codes and trip reports
• Other duties as necessary
• Daily vehicle inspection reports

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• CDL Class A license required with no manual transmission restriction (E restriction)
• Must have a clear driving record
• Proven customer service skills
• Lift up to 75 lbs. while chaining
• Legible handwriting and strong mathematical skills
• Ability to work independently and be detailed oriented
• Ability to maintain logbooks
• Must be willing to work in an outdoor environment

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of our Team Members, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in our Team Members and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
• 75% Tuition Reimbursement for dependents
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today!

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.