Class A Lead Support Driver - Req. ID: 4218

Denali Water Solutions•Houston, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing society’s reliance on fossil fuels. Denali provides meaningful and measurable change for any business that handles food, creating value with our scalable solutions across the nation. Our services and products touch thousands of acres and businesses, millions of tons of organic material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.S. Apply to join our team today! This is more than a traditional driving position. As a Lead Support Driver, you will be a trusted resource for drivers, managers, and operations teams throughout the region. You will have the opportunity to provide route coverage across multiple locations, support locations inside and outside your home domicile, work with different facilities, customers, and operational teams, assist with onboarding and training newly hired drivers, build experience operating specialized equipment, and use your leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Make an immediate impact by keeping routes covered and customers served. The ideal candidate is dependable, flexible, safety-focused, comfortable with travel, and committed to supporting the team wherever needed.

Requirements

A valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Non-Excepted Interstate Driver self-certification with the state that issued the license.
A clean Motor Vehicle Record and PSP report.
Experience safely operating manual and automatic transmission commercial vehicles.
Knowledge of proper pre-trip and post-trip inspection procedures, including brake and slack-adjuster checks.
A stable employment history.
The ability and willingness to travel frequently, including on short notice.
The ability to support locations outside the assigned home domicile.
The flexibility to work weekends based on business needs.
Strong communication skills and the ability to keep management informed.
The ability to assist with onboarding and training newly hired drivers.
Proficiency using smartphones, mobile applications, electronic logging devices, and other driver technology.
The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
The ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, including understanding traffic signs, responding to official inquiries, and completing required reports.
Be at least 23 years old with a minimum of two years of verifiable full-time tractor-trailer driving experience; or
Be at least 21 years old with at least one year of tractor-trailer driving experience and graduation from an accredited truck-driving school; or
Be at least 21 years old with at least one year of military driving experience.
Lift, push, pull, and move equipment and containers as required.
Climb into and out of commercial vehicles multiple times throughout the workday.
Safely maneuver electric pallet jacks and waste containers.
Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and other changing weather conditions.
Perform all essential job duties safely while remaining alert to traffic, equipment, pedestrians, and other potential hazards.
Demonstrate safe driving and work practices at all times, comply with DOT regulations, follow all company safety procedures, and actively contribute to a strong culture of safety.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of Class A CDL driving experience.
A strong safety record with no preventable accidents or major incidents.
Previous lead-driver, driver-trainer, or multi-location support experience.
End-dump trailer experience.
Knowledge of hydraulic systems and equipment.
Experience using electric pallet jacks.
Experience handling commercial waste containers, including 3-yard bins.
Strong time-management and route-management skills.
Excellent communication and customer-service abilities.
A demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
The ability to work independently and perform consistently across multiple locations.
The flexibility and professionalism required to accept changing assignments and short-notice travel.

Responsibilities

Safely collect, load, transport, and deliver food-waste materials.
Cover local and regional routes with approximately 15–25 stops per day.
Travel frequently to different locations to cover vacations, sick leave, staffing shortages, open routes, and other operational needs.
Support locations outside your home domicile when required.
Respond to short-notice travel assignments based on business needs.
Work weekends when required to maintain operational coverage.
Adapt quickly to different routes, facilities, customers, and operational teams.
Manage route schedules efficiently while providing safe and dependable service.
Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles with both manual and automatic transmissions.
Operate end-dump trailers and other specialized equipment as required.
Safely use electric pallet jacks, hydraulic systems, and commercial waste containers, including 3-yard bins.
Use pressure-washing equipment to clean containers and collection bins.
Keep customer service areas clean, orderly and free of debris.
Maintain the cleanliness and operational readiness of assigned vehicles and equipment.
Conduct complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections before and after every route.
Properly inspect brakes, slack adjusters, tires, lights, fluid levels, trailer connections, and other safety-critical components.
Identify and immediately report vehicle defects, maintenance concerns, or unsafe operating conditions.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of commercial vehicle braking systems and proper slack-adjuster inspection procedures.
Use electronic logging devices and other required technology to maintain DOT compliance.
Follow all applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
Follow Denali’s Driver Standard Operating Procedures, safety policies, and operating guidelines.
Immediately report all accidents, injuries, incidents, and safety concerns.
Accurately complete contamination reports, service tickets, inspection reports, maintenance documents, and other required records.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with management regarding route progress, customer concerns, equipment issues, delays, and safety matters.
Assist with onboarding and training new drivers on routes, equipment, customer expectations, safety procedures, and company policies.
Help reinforce safe driving practices and consistent operating procedures.
Provide professional support and guidance to team members when assigned.
Work effectively with dispatchers, managers, facility leaders, customers, and other drivers.
Use smartphones and mobile applications to complete daily assignments.
Navigate routes, communicate with management, document services, and submit required reports electronically.
Use electronic logging devices, camera systems, and other company-issued technology.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation throughout the workday.
Deliver professional and dependable service at every customer location.
Communicate respectfully with customers, coworkers, dispatchers, and facility leadership.
Perform basic repairs on company bins and equipment using standard hand tools.
Identify service or equipment concerns and communicate them promptly.
Represent Denali professionally in every community and customer location served.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay
$1,000 annual retention bonus
Full-time, salaried position
Regional travel opportunities
Safety recognition and cash-prize opportunities through Denali’s PEAKS Safety Program
Comprehensive Medical
Dental & Vision
Generous 401(k) Match
Company-Paid Disability & Life Insurance
Voluntary Life for Employees & Family
Health Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Time
9 Paid Holidays
Paid Weekly
Professional Development
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program