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Regional driver transporting plastic resin in various forms between our Houston Hub and local chemical refinery plants, loads are scheduled so your next load is waiting on you… no down time and we pay by the hour not the load. We utilize several types of equipment (roll-off, dry van and dry bulk-pneumatic type trailers) which offers multiple opportunities for cross-training and skills development.
We have been in business for 33+ years, offer an at home every night opportunity as well as over 40 hours per week and FREE benefits for every full time employee.
Learn more about us! https://sunriseplastic.com/
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Regional driver transporting plastic resin in various forms between our Houston Hub and local chemical refinery plants, loads are scheduled so your next load is waiting on you… no down time and we pay by the hour not the load. We utilize several types of equipment (roll-off, dry van and dry bulk-pneumatic type trailers) which offers multiple opportunities for cross-training and skills development.
We have been in business for 33+ years, offer an at home every night opportunity as well as over 40 hours per week and FREE benefits for every full time employee.
Learn more about us! https://sunriseplastic.com/
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform job duties in a safe manner compliant with policies, procedures and practices.
- Comply with DOT (Department of Transportation), EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), industry, state and local government regulations.
- Safely drive, maneuver and operate commercial vehicles and equipment.
- Inspect work order and shipping paperwork, verify for accuracy.
- Load plastic/resin onto truck; ensure correct equipment is present to safely perform job.
- Perform jobs tasks which may include: Safely use manual tools (rack, water hoses) to remove materials; prepare, properly attached and operate hoses on vacuum trucks; safely operate.
- Inspect equipment (including pre-check and post-check equipment protocols) including lights, hoses, equipment connections, and pumps; ensure deficiencies are correct equipment or replaced to ensure safety and compliance.
- Maintain, complete and submit appropriate paper work and reports timely as required including: travel logs, time sheets and, maintenance documents.
- Maintain a safe, neat and clean work environment, this includes: work area and equipment.
- Model professional behavior at all times; report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to work.
- Comply with appearance and dress policies to ensure a safe and professional work environment.
- Wear personnel protective equipment (PPE) as defined by policy, regulations, practice, and customer
- Work flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends and holidays.
- Work effectively in team environment and provide support and assistance.
- Commitment to promoting and creating a safety culture and positive work environment.
Qualifications
- Valid Driver’s License
- Roll Off experience
- CDL Class A required
- Must Meet All Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
- TWIC Card
- Minimum of two years of experience of verifiable Tractor-Trailer Driving Experience within the past 5 years
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Read and understand instructions/signs/directions in English.
- Pass drug screen, physical and safety sensitive background check.
- Work effectively in a team environment that is dynamic, with diverse employee populations.
The right candidate would also possess the following characteristics:
- Focused on SAFETY
- Committed to Protecting Others
- Detailed Oriented
- Communicates Well with Management
- Motivated & a Self-Starter
Physical Requirements - Able to:
- Wear required personnel protective equipment including; gloves, respirators, safety glasses, foot protection and hard hat
- Lift, push, pull or carry up to 50 lbs.
- Sit periodically and for extended periods of time; climb ladders and stairs, reach below knees and above shoulders; kneel and crawl to access work areas.
- Stand, walk, bend, stoop; reach forward and grasp for periods of time.
- Balance while walking on wet and slick surfaces, metal grates, narrow platforms, and uneven surfaces.
- Work in loud, cold, hot, wet and dry environments; both indoors and outdoors in inclement weather.
- Enter and exit industrial vehicles and equipment without assistance.
BENEFITS:
- Local work assignment
- Paid hourly and NOT by the load
- Medical, Vision, Dental and 401K - 100% FREE for Employees!
- Vacation and holiday pay
- Company paid uniforms
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Meal Breaks
Job Type: Full-time
