Class A Route Driver - Req. ID: 4246
About The Position
Denali is the nation’s leading organic recycling company. As a Route Driver, you’ll operate dependable equipment, serve established customer routes, and play an important role in keeping organic waste out of landfills. This is hands-on driving work for dependable professionals who take pride in safety, customer service, and getting the job done right. Earn More Through Our PEAKS Safety Program Safe driving and exceptional performance can earn you opportunities to win: $1,000 quarterly regional prize $5,000 annual regional prizes awarded to four winners $10,000 annual Apex grand prize
Requirements
- Valid Class A CDL, self-certified as a Non-Excepted Interstate driver with the issuing state.
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record and PSP report.
- Stable and dependable employment history.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
- Comfortable operating both manual- and automatic-transmission equipment.
- Strong safety awareness, communication skills, and customer-service mindset.
- Willingness to work flexible hours based on route needs and seasonality, including up to 60 hours in seven days or 70 hours in eight days, within DOT regulations.
- At least 23 years old with a minimum of two years of full-time, verifiable tractor-trailer experience; or
- At least 21 years old with one year of tractor-trailer experience and graduation from an approved truck-driving school; or
- At least 21 years old with one year of qualifying military driving experience.
Responsibilities
- Load, haul, and deliver food waste along local, regional, and interstate routes.
- Complete approximately 15–25 stops per day based on company routing.
- Operate combination vehicles with 30- to 45-foot open-top dump trailers.
- Safely operate both manual- and automatic-transmission commercial vehicles.
- Use manual and electric pallet jacks when required.
- Use a pressure washer to rinse bins and containers while leaving customer locations clean and free of debris.
- Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Use basic hand tools to make minor repairs to company bins and equipment.
- Maintain the cleanliness and basic condition of assigned equipment.
- Accurately maintain electronic DOT logs, service tickets, contamination reports, maintenance records, and other required paperwork.
- Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, dispatch, operations, and the corporate office.
- Immediately report accidents, injuries, safety concerns, and equipment issues.
- Participate in weekly safety calls, training sessions, and operational briefings.
- Use a smartphone and basic computer applications for training, communication, documentation, and expense reporting.
- Support alternate assignments and interstate routes when operational needs require them.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- $1,000 annual retention bonus
- Alternate work-schedule options
- Safety rewards of up to $10,000
- Six paid holidays + 3 Extra Personal Days
- Paid time off and sick time
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) match up to 4%
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
- Career-development and advancement opportunities
- Free access to more than 6,000 professional-development courses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
