The Route Relief / Utility Driver performs routine motor vehicle operations for Division Laundry Houston, LLC (“Company”). Performs routine motor vehicle operations. Work involves operating a medium duty truck or a heavy-duty tractor truck and trailer to transport laundry materials between various customer locations and the laundry and cleaning facility. This position works under general supervision of the Fleet Supervisor, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
The Route Relief / Utility Driver performs all responsibilities of regular Route Driver, learns and supports all routes and runs routes as needed for holidays, vacations or other vacancies.When not on a route, the Route Relief / Utility Driver assists in rush deliveries, audits, support of other service personnel, training and any other tasks assigned by supervision.
This position will be handling clean and soil linens in wheeled laundry carts. This position requires maintaining forms or records pertaining to vehicle operation. Completion of work requires use of established methods and/or techniques. Decisions are based on well-defined guidelines. The Driver has no financial responsibility but is accountable for assigned property. All tasks will be performed within established time frames.
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 21 years of age
- 6 months or more experience driving a medium duty box truck and/or tractor trailer with no TxDOT violations or accidents
- Valid Class CDL-A driver’s license.
- Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Record (3 years), pass TxDOT background check and physical examination.
- Pass a TxDOT regulated drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.
- Ability to read and write in English.
- Good communication skills with internal and external customers.
- Ability to perform the basic functions of the job, including reading, writing, and simple math calculations.
- Basic computer skills (i.e., ability to use ELD’s to track HOS), if applicable.
- Physical ability to push and pull carts as the job requires.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
Schedule:
- Day shift & night shift availability
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $21.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
- Prescription drug insurance
Trucking driver type:
- Company driver
Trucking home time:
- Home daily
Trucking route:
- Local
Experience:
- Tractor-trailer: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- CDL A (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: On the road