The posting
Job Summary The Route Driver is responsible for safely operating a commercial tractor-trailer to collect used tires and other designated materials from customer locations, including retail stores such as Costco, Sam's Club, Walmart, automotive centers, and tire retailers. This is a local driving position in which drivers leave each morning and return home every evening. Working with a helper, the Route Driver will manually load tires into a semi-trailer, complete daily route assignments, perform required vehicle inspections, maintain DOT compliance, and ensure exceptional customer service at all stops. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, physically capable of repetitive lifting and loading, and experienced in commercial vehicle operations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Operate a Class A commercial motor vehicle safely and in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations. Complete local collection routes and ensure timely pickups from customer locations. Work alongside a helper to manually load tires into a semi-trailer throughout the day. Safely transport collected materials to designated facilities. Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections and document findings. Verify that all vehicle registrations, permits, licenses, and inspection records remain current and compliant. Hook and unhook trailers and operate landing gear as required. Ensure loads are properly distributed and secured for safe transportation. Complete shipping, transportation, and route documentation accurately and on time. Maintain driver logs and records required by DOT and company regulations. Fuel vehicles and perform basic preventive maintenance checks, including monitoring fluid levels and reporting mechanical concerns. Communicate professionally with customers, dispatch, supervisors, and facility personnel regarding scheduling, route issues, and operational needs. Report accidents, incidents, equipment damage, safety concerns, and customer issues immediately. Follow all company safety policies and participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and departmental meetings. Perform additional duties as assigned to support operations.
Qualifications Required
High School Diploma or GED. Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A). Minimum of 2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience. Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Ability to meet or exceed all U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) medical requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Strong attention to safety and regulatory compliance. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Flexible schedule to support operational needs.
Preferred
Experience with local route delivery or collection services. Experience in waste, recycling, tire collection, transportation, distribution, or logistics industries. Experience operating forklifts or material handling equipment.
Physical Requirements
Ability to regularly lift, move, roll, and handle tires of various sizes. Ability to perform repetitive bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and reaching throughout the workday. Ability to climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers multiple times daily. Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Ability to safely perform physically demanding work for extended periods. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis, with team lifting utilized when appropriate.
Work Environment
Local routes with daily home time. Frequent stops throughout assigned service territory. Customer-facing position requiring professional interaction at retail and commercial locations. Indoor and outdoor work environments, including exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions. Compliance with all safety, PPE, and operational requirements is mandatory.
Why Join Us?
Home every night. Consistent local routes. Stable, year-round work. Team-oriented environment. Opportunity to work independently while serving established retail and commercial customers.



