Local Route Driver (Class A CDL) tire collection
About The Position
The Route Driver safely operates a Class A commercial tractor-trailer to collect used tires and other designated materials from customer locations, including retail stores, automotive centers, and tire retailers. This is a local driving position: drivers leave each morning and return home every evening. Working with a helper, the driver manually loads tires into a semi-trailer, completes assigned routes, performs required vehicle inspections, maintains DOT compliance, and provides professional customer service at each stop. The role involves frequent stops throughout an assigned service territory and interaction with retail and commercial customers. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, in varying temperatures and weather conditions, and requires compliance with applicable safety, PPE, and operating requirements. The driver must be able to perform physically demanding work, including repetitive tire handling and lifting. D&G Heavy Equipment Leasing is an Ecore company that transforms reclaimed rubber into performance surfaces. The company describes its work as sustainability-driven, focused on circular innovation and keeping rubber out of landfills.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A).
- At least 2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience.
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Ability to meet or exceed all U.S. Department of Transportation medical requirements.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Strong attention to safety and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Flexible schedule to support operational needs.
- Ability to regularly lift, move, roll, and handle tires of various sizes.
- Ability to perform repetitive bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and reaching throughout the workday.
- Ability to climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers multiple times daily.
- Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to safely perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds regularly, with team lifting used when appropriate.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with local route delivery or collection services.
- Experience in waste, recycling, tire collection, transportation, distribution, or logistics industries.
- Experience operating forklifts or material handling equipment.
Responsibilities
- Operate a Class A commercial motor vehicle safely and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
- Complete local collection routes and make timely pickups from customer locations.
- Work with a helper to manually load tires into a semi-trailer throughout the day.
- Transport collected materials safely to designated facilities.
- Perform and document pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Keep vehicle registrations, permits, licenses, and inspection records current and compliant.
- Hook and unhook trailers and operate landing gear as required.
- Ensure loads are properly distributed and secured.
- Complete shipping, transportation, and route documentation accurately and on time.
- Maintain driver logs and records required by DOT and company regulations.
- Fuel vehicles and perform basic preventive maintenance checks, including monitoring fluid levels and reporting mechanical concerns.
- Communicate professionally with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and facility personnel about scheduling, route issues, and operational needs.
- Immediately report accidents, incidents, equipment damage, safety concerns, and customer issues.
- Follow company safety policies and participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and departmental meetings.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support operations.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- PTO hours accrue from Day 1.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Opportunities for development and internal promotions.
- Home every night.
- Consistent local routes.
- Stable, year-round work.
- Team-oriented environment.
- Opportunity to work independently while serving established retail and commercial customers.
- Two-minute walk to eco-friendly public transportation from rabbittransit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
