Class A CDL Route Driver - Req. ID: 4144

Denali Water Solutions LLC•Ocala, FL

About The Position

Denali is hiring an experienced Class A CDL Retail Route Driver based in Lakeland, Florida. This full-time, safety-sensitive position follows a five-day route with an early morning start. The driver operates company tractor-trailer equipment on assigned regional and interstate routes, collecting and hauling food waste from retail locations and completing each stop safely, efficiently, and professionally. The hands-on role also includes loading and unloading, cleaning containers, handling equipment, and working directly with customers. Route assignments may change based on business needs, including interstate routes. Schedules may vary based on business needs and seasonality, and busy periods may require working up to 60 hours in a seven-day week or 70 hours in eight days, in accordance with applicable regulations. Drivers must maintain a clear mind, follow safety procedures, and protect their own safety and the safety of others. The role requires working around food waste and unpleasant odors, outdoors in all weather conditions, and performing physical tasks throughout the day. Denali describes its mission as replenishing the Earth by repurposing waste and turning organic materials into sustainable solutions that support soil health, water quality, landfill waste reduction, and agriculture.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL.
Self-certified as a Non-Excepted Interstate driver with the state of issuance.
Clean MVR and PSP.
At least 23 years old with two years of full-time, verifiable tractor-trailer experience; or at least 21 years old with one year of tractor-trailer experience if a graduate of a truck driving school or with one year of military experience.
Stable work history.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Strong safety record and willingness to follow DOT and company safety requirements.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and stay on schedule.
Comfort with early morning starts and flexible availability.
Ability to lift, pull, and push up to 70 pounds and pull or roll totes weighing up to 300 pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, shovel, and reach overhead.
Ability to work around food waste and unpleasant odors, outdoors in all weather conditions, and get in and out of the truck and work around equipment throughout the day.

Responsibilities

Drive company tractor-trailer equipment on assigned regional and interstate routes.
Complete approximately 15–25 stops per day, depending on the assigned route.
Load, haul, and deliver food waste from retail locations.
Operate 30–45-foot open-top dump trailers and combination vehicles.
Operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles in accordance with DOT requirements and applicable laws.
Use manual or electric pallet jacks as needed.
Pressure wash bins and containers, leaving customer locations clean and free of debris.
Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Perform basic repairs to company bins and equipment using common hand tools.
Maintain the cleanliness and basic equipment of the truck.
Accurately complete electronic DOT driver logs.
Maintain service tickets, contamination reports, maintenance paperwork, and other required documentation.
Communicate regularly with customers, vendors, and the operations team.
Immediately report accidents, injuries, equipment issues, and service concerns.
Participate in weekly safety calls, training, and safety briefings.
Use a company computer and cell phone for communication, training, and expense management.