Truck Driver I - Highside

Padnos•Elkhart, IN

About The Position

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company that handles paper, plastic, metals, and electronic recycling and provides tailored programs for consumer and industrial clients across the United States. The company is a four-generation family business and a market leader and innovator in recycling. The Truck Driver I is responsible for driving company vehicles—including van trailers, highside trucks, switch trucks, box trucks, bulk tankers, or tow trucks—and switching trailers or containers at customer locations. The driver may also perform other assignments as directed by Dispatch, represent the company in customer interactions, and demonstrate company values. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The position requires working outdoors.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Required 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

Service customer locations and maintain good customer relations.
Provide outstanding customer service as a company representative.
Prepare shipping documents for loads, weigh loads, and perform initial material inspections.
Maintain paperwork for scale tickets, shippers, logbooks, and trip reports.
Complete and submit required 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 and other driving assignments as directed by Dispatch.
Switch trailers or containers at customer account locations.