Box Truck Route Driver
About The Position
Circular Services is a developer and operator of circular economy infrastructure and services, and a large private recycling and organics company operating across the United States. It helps businesses and municipalities reduce and divert waste by recovering, recycling, and reusing materials. The Box Truck Route Driver regularly delivers clean, sanitized reusable dishware containers to clients and collects used containers for return to the Brooklyn facility for cleaning. The position operates on a Tuesday-Friday schedule, four days per week and 40 hours per week, at a pay rate of $25 per hour. The driver operates assigned delivery routes, provides professional customer service, completes delivery documentation, and supports loading, unloading, and operational needs.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record; a CDL is not required.
- DOT medical card required; it may be obtained within two weeks of the hire date.
- At least two years of experience driving a 26-foot box truck or straight truck.
- Commercial route experience driving a 26-foot box truck.
- Experience driving box trucks with air brakes.
- Comfort with urban and regional delivery routes.
- Ability to learn a new territory with very little guidance.
- Customer service and problem-solving skills.
- Attentive, motivated, and reliable.
- Confident use of smartphones and mapping apps.
- Ability to lift and stack items weighing up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Warehouse, logistics, or kitchen experience.
- Passion for sustainability and reducing single-use plastics.
- Strong work ethic, flexibility, and eagerness to learn.
Responsibilities
- Operate a 26-foot box truck on assigned routes, adjusting routes as business needs evolve and new customer accounts are added.
- Deliver and pick up reusable dishware from clients, providing timely and professional service.
- Stage, load, and unload deliveries from the box truck with assistance from the Operations team.
- Complete required delivery documentation and proof of delivery accurately and on time, following established procedures and training guidelines.
- Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, including gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes, to ensure vehicles are in proper working condition.
- Load and unload trucks or vans and help store products in appropriate areas using manual and electric pallet jacks.
- Report delays, accidents, and other traffic or transportation situations to management.
- Follow traffic laws and regulations and maintain safe, professional, and courteous driving practices that represent the company positively.
- Maintain good work habits, including punctuality and adherence to standard work and safety procedures.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management to support business and operational needs.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid parental leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
