Commercial Driver

Austin Wood Recycling is one of the nation's largest commercial wood grinders and manufacturers of soils, mulch. We expect to produce and deliver some 18 million bags of product within the next 12 months. We need your help to make that happen!

Class A CDL drivers may be assigned to operate a tractor/trailer combination or roll-off style truck and any one of the following trailer types: flatbed, end dump, walking/live floor, or lowboy (equipment haulers only).

We expect drivers to operate our trucks in a safe and professional manner and to maintain a professional demeaner when engaging with customers and coworkers.

Note: Training will be held in Fort Worth to start but role will eventually be based from Nevada, TX. (We will pay mileage at .70 per mile (to and from Fort Worth) during the training period.

Some key points:

• Weekend driving is required during our peak season (February-May).
• You must be able to drive a manual transmission and have that endorsement on your license.
• You must complete your paperwork each day.

Responsibilities and Duties in detail:

• Perform pre/post trip inspections, comply with state/federal hours of service requirements, and operate the vehicle in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Safely and efficiently transport product or equipment (if an equipment hauler) as directed to/from job locations and in accordance with all laws, regulations, etc.
• Complete basic daily service on vehicle to include cleaning radiator/filters and clean the vehicle interior.
• Complete all necessary paperwork correctly and submit daily.
• Report all accidents and injuries, regardless of severity.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and processes.
• Safety gear is required and expected to be worn at all times (safety toe shoes/boots, vest, hard hat, & gloves).
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned by management.
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License Required, depending on position sought.
• Ability to work /- 60 hours per week to include Saturdays with overtime (hours not guaranteed)
• Equipment hauling; tractor trailer, live-floor trailer, end dump, flatbed, and roll-off experience preferred.
• Forklift/Spyder experience is preferred for flatbed operators.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must pass a drug screen.
• Must pass a DOT physical. Occasionally be able to push and pull trailer doors weighing approximately 40lbs.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time and walk for short periods.
• Must be able to climb into and out of tractor / truck several times per day using 3 points of contact.
• Must be able to use hand and arms to steer and to finger controls and adjust controls as needed inside and outside of tractor.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and crawl in order to perform a full inspection of the truck and trailer (including tire inspection).
• Must be able to work outside for periods of time in all weather.
• Must be able to see and hear proficiently to operator a commercial motor vehicle in a safe manner.
• Must be able to frequently use arms overhead for multiple job functions to include tossing ropes or tie down straps using an overhead motion.
• Must be able to depress clutch and hold in position for 2 full minutes.
• Must be able to pull up a rope to 40lbs of resistance using arms only.
• Must be able to work in a dusty environment (tolerate various types of work dust).

**Previous job references will be checked. Good references required

** A criminal background check will be performed.

** This organization participates in E-Verify.

** Austin Wood Recycling is an Equal Opportunity Employer

** Se habla Espanol.

Job Type: Full-time