Truck Driver I - Highside

Padnos • Holland, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company that handles paper, plastic, metals, and electronic recycling and provides tailored recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients across the United States. This position drives company trucks—including van trailers, highside trucks, switch trucks, box trucks, bulk tankers, or tow trucks—and switches trailers or containers at customer locations. The driver also performs other assignments as directed by Dispatch and demonstrates the company’s values.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The role includes servicing customer locations, preparing and weighing loads, inspecting and securing materials, completing vehicle inspections and required paperwork, and maintaining the truck. Drivers must provide good customer service and be willing to work outdoors.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• CDL Class A license with no manual transmission restriction (E restriction).
• Clear driving record.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds while chaining.
• Legible handwriting and strong mathematical skills.
• Ability to work independently and be detail-oriented.
• Ability to maintain logbooks.
• Willingness to work in an outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive company trucks and switch trailers or containers at customer account locations.
• Complete other driving assignments as directed by Dispatch.
• Service customer locations and maintain good customer relations.
• Provide outstanding customer service as a company representative.
• Prepare shipping documents, weigh loads, and perform initial material inspections.
• Maintain paperwork, including scale tickets, shippers, logbooks, and trip reports.
• Complete and submit reports, including accident, damage, and traffic violation reports.
• Perform daily DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspections and submit daily vehicle inspection reports.
• Submit to random drug and alcohol testing as required.
• Inspect loads and tarp or secure them when necessary.
• Maintain the inside of the truck.
• Enter vendor codes and trip reports.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 100% tuition reimbursement for team members.
• 75% tuition reimbursement for dependents.
• First-time home-buying assistance.
• 401(k) match and profit sharing.
• Performance-driven bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED