Driver - Residential

Description
Operate a heavy-duty truck in Huntington, TX, US, to gather residential waste with a focus on safety. Become part of a safety-oriented company that prioritizes and promotes safe driving habits.
Responsibilities
• Safely drive a heavy-duty truck in Huntington, TX, US, to pick up garbage from residential homes following Live Oak Environmental Company, LLC Safety Rules, OSHA, and DOT requirements.
• Perform pre-and post-trip inspections on assigned equipment and record checks on standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report).
• Notify the Route Supervisor/Manager or Dispatch immediately about any safety concerns or service-related issues.
• Participate actively in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings required by Live Oak Environmental, LLC.
• Work with Route Supervisors/Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
• Inform the Route Supervisor/Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage that occur.
• Report any service interruptions like blocked containers, closed lots, streets, or potential safety hazards to the Route Supervisor/Manager or Dispatch.
• Quickly communicate customer requests to Route Supervisor/Manager or Dispatch.
• Identify and report any damaged or in-need-of-repair containers.
• Complete and submit necessary customer tickets.
• Follow route assignments diligently, and complete end-of-day documentation, and the check-out process as instructed.
• Assist other drivers as directed by the Route Supervisor/Manager or Dispatch to meet customer needs.
Qualifications
• Education is not mandatory for this position.
• The candidate should have at least two (2) years of experience operating a vehicle that requires a CDL.
• Holding a current Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with an air brake endorsement is necessary.
• The applicant must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• A clean driving record is a prerequisite.
• The candidate must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment DOT drug screening and DOT physical is required.
• The job entails working a 10-hour shift during the day with overtime and potential weekend shifts.
• The position offers year-round work opportunities.