Class A Route Driver - Req

Class A Route Driver – Req.

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Denali is the leading organic recycling company and an innovator in sustainability. We are dedicated to replenishing the Earth by repurposing waste, transforming organic materials into sustainable solutions that help preserve water quality, improve soil health, reduce reliance on landfills, and support farmers. With corporate offices in Dallas, Texas, and Arkansas, we operate nationwide and drive environmental and agricultural progress on a scale.

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• Loading, hauling, and delivering food waste on intra‑ and interstate routes with 15–25 stops per day.
• Operate 30–45 foot open‑top dump trailers (combination vehicles) across a regional footprint determined by management.
• Operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles by DOT requirements and all local, state, and federal laws.
• Operate manual or electric pallet jack as needed.
• Use a pressure washer to rinse bins and containers, leaving all client locations clean and debris‑free.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections.
• Use hand tools for basic repairs of company bins and equipment.
• Maintain basic truck equipment and overall cleanliness of equipment.
• Use the electronic logging system for DOT driver logs and other required documentation.
• Maintain paperwork (contamination and service tickets, truck maintenance, etc.) and submit all documentation to the appropriate parties.
• Communicate regularly with customers and vendors to ensure seamless operations.
• Communicate with the corporate office/operations team for all service, equipment, and customer service‑related issues.
• Report all accidents and injuries immediately to the safety manager.
• Work flexible hours based on seasonality, up to 60 hours in a 7‑day week or 70 hours in 8 days.
• Attend and participate in weekly safety calls, trainings, or briefings.
• Use computer and cell phone for training, communication, and expense management.
• May be scheduled for different assignments, including interstate routes, as needed.

• Class A CDL License (self‑certified as a Non‑Excepted Interstate driver with the state of issuance).
• Clean MVR and PSP.
• Must be at least 23 years of age with a minimum of 2 years full‑time verifiable tractor‑trailer experience, or 21 years of age with 1 year of tractor‑trailer experience if a graduate from a truck driving school or 1 year of military experience.
• Stable work history.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

• Regularly lift, pull, and/or push up to 70 pounds; bend, stoop, twist, shoveler, and reach overhead.
• Pull/roll up to 300 pounds when working with totes.
• Manage unpleasant odors from food waste/farms.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.

• Mission‑driven work in a rapidly growing sustainability company.
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning.
• Collaborative, values‑driven team culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous 401(k) match up to 4%.
• Company‑paid long‑term and short‑term disability, AD&D, and life insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and family.
• Health savings plan.
• Paid time off, sick time, and 9 paid holidays.
• Paid weekly.
• Professional development with free access to thousands of courses.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.

The Company provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and will not engage in any form of employment discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. The Company affirms its desire to maintain a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination.

Hourly wage 32–32.