CDL Drop and Hook Driver

About Us:

At Liberty Tire Recycling, we're building a sustainable future - one tire at a time. As North America's leading tire recycler, we offer a unique opportunity to make a real impact on the environment. Join our team of nearly 4,000 dedicated employees across 70 sites and help us transform billions of pounds of waste tires into valuable resources. We're committed to innovation, a circular economy, and providing a rewarding workplace where you can grow and thrive.

Job Summary:

Liberty Tire Recycling has an opening for a Class A CDL Drop & Hook Driver at our Knoxville Tennessee facility. Routes are assigned by dispatch; however, it is the responsibility of the driver to successfully manage the transportation of waste tires to and from the home facility and utilize a walking floor trailer. Included in this position will be the responsibility to complete all DOT required paperwork and company paperwork at each collection site. Drivers may at times be responsible for transporting monies received at collection sites from customers who are on a cash only basis.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Must be able to legally drive a manual transmission

· Utilize walking floor trailers

· Knowledge and understanding of navigating with local maps.

· Manage and supervise additional employees (driver helpers) that are assigned to the route.

· Maintain a positive customer service attitude in demanding situations.

· Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to dispatch through the successful completion of DVIR's; maintain clean, safe equipment.

· Perform all duties in accordance with appropriate safety standards.

· Other duties will be assigned as necessary by the company.

· Drivers must comply with all of FMCSA regulations at all times during their employment.

Skills and Abilities:

· Requires 2-year minimum FMCSA commercial driving experience.

· Requires a Class A CDL.

· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the public.

· Work independently with general instructions.

Education and Experience:

• Prior experience in the tire recycling or manufacturing industry is a plus.

Compensation:

• $22.00-$24.00 hourly. Paid bi-weekly.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Trucking Driver Type:

• Company driver

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Knoxville, TN 37924 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Knoxville, TN 37924: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24