Class A Route Driver - Req. ID: 4003

Denali Water Solutions LLC•Albuquerque, NM

12d•Onsite

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. This position is a safety-sensitive position and requires a clear mind and diligence. The employee has the responsibility for his/her safety as well as the safety of others. The Class A CDL Route Driver will safely load, haul, and deliver food waste on intra- and interstate routes, completing 1-16 stops per day based on company-determined routing. The driver will operate 30–45' open-top dump trailers (combination vehicles) across a regional footprint as assigned by management. The driver will operate an automatic transmission vehicle in compliance with DOT requirements and all local, state, and federal laws. The driver will use electric pallet jacks as needed and utilize a pressure washer to rinse bins and containers, ensuring all client locations are left clean and free of debris. The driver will perform thorough pre- and post-trip inspections and use basic hand tools to complete minor repairs on company bins and equipment. The driver will maintain basic truck equipment and ensure overall cleanliness of assigned equipment. The driver will utilize electronic logging systems for DOT driver logs and any additional company requirements. The driver will accurately complete and submit all required documentation, including contamination/service tickets and truck maintenance forms. The driver will communicate professionally with customers and vendors to support seamless operations and coordinate regularly with the corporate office and operations team regarding service, equipment, and customer-related issues. The driver will immediately report any accidents or injuries to the Safety Manager. The driver will work flexible hours based on seasonality—up to 60 hours within 7 days or 70 hours within 8 days. The driver will attend and participate in weekly safety calls, training sessions, and briefings. The driver will use a computer and mobile device for training, communication, and expense management. The driver will be available for reassignment as needed, including interstate routes; all drivers should expect to operate in interstate commerce as required.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL (self-certified as a Non-Excepted Interstate driver with the issuing state).
Clean MVR and PSP.
23 years of age with at least 2 years of full-time verifiable tractor-trailer experience, OR 21 years of age with 1 year of tractor-trailer experience if a graduate of an accredited truck driving school or with 1 year of Military driving experience.
Stable work history.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Safely load, haul, and deliver food waste on intra- and interstate routes, completing 1-16 stops per day based on company-determined routing.
Operate 30–45' open-top dump trailers (combination vehicles) across a regional footprint as assigned by management.
Operate an automatic transmission vehicle in compliance with DOT requirements and all local, state, and federal laws.
Use electric pallet jacks as needed.
Utilize a pressure washer to rinse bins and containers, ensuring all client locations are left clean and free of debris.
Perform thorough pre- and post-trip inspections.
Use basic hand tools to complete minor repairs on company bins and equipment.
Maintain basic truck equipment and ensure overall cleanliness of assigned equipment.
Utilize electronic logging systems for DOT driver logs and any additional company requirements.
Accurately complete and submit all required documentation, including contamination/service tickets and truck maintenance forms.
Communicate professionally with customers and vendors to support seamless operations.
Coordinate regularly with the corporate office and operations team regarding service, equipment, and customer-related issues.
Immediately report any accidents or injuries to the Safety Manager.
Work flexible hours based on seasonality—up to 60 hours within 7 days or 70 hours within 8 days.
Attend and participate in weekly safety calls, training sessions, and briefings.
Use a computer and mobile device for training, communication, and expense management.
Be available for reassignment as needed, including interstate routes; all drivers should expect to operate in interstate commerce as required.