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(CDL) RESIDENTIAL DRIVER II - AUSTIN (UP TO $8K HIRING BONUS)

1/20/2026

The Residential Collection Driver operates a truck to collect waste from residential customers and ensures compliance with safety and operational regulations. They are responsible for maintaining the vehicle, documenting route changes, and providing professional service.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
In 1977, Bobby Gregory founded TDS with one customer, one truck and plenty of determination. With a deep commitment to customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility, Bobby began to turn his independently-owned business into an award-winning and household name. Four decades later, and still under the direction of Bobby Gregory, TDS is now one of the largest independently-owned resource management companies in the country. With more than 1200 employees, TDS has offices in Austin, San Antonio, Georgetown, San Angelo, Alpine, Weimar and Sealy. TDS also operates the TDS Landfill, the Materials Recovery Facility, five transfer stations and several large-scale composting operations. Additionally, TDS owns several other business entities, including Texas Landfill Management, TDS Land Management, TDS Metals, Texas Organic Products and Garden-Ville.
About the Role


EARN A HIRING BONUS OF UP TO $8,000

$4,000 FOR ALL DRIVERS*

$8,000 FOR DRIVERS WITH VERIFIABLE WASTE EXPERIENCE*

*EXCLUSIONS APPLY - CHECK WITH HR FOR DETAILS

PLUS $500/MONTH BONUS*


JOB SUMMARY

The Residential Collection Driver will operate a residential system truck, empty or have the helper empty residential customers’ containers into the truck, and deliver loads to designated landfills, transfer stations or recycling centers.  This position will operate the assigned vehicle in compliance with government regulations pertaining to trucking and waste operations and will provide courteous, professional service to all customers. 

CORE RESPONSIBLIITIES

  1. Report to work at designated time in company uniform and with required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).  
  2. Ensure the assigned truck is fully-fueled, safe to operate and that the required paperwork is on board before leaving the yard.
  3. Collect the route as outlined in the fleet routing software and document changes, problems (using company provided camera and/or note the route sheet), etc. on route sheet.  
  4. Record time in the fleet routing software at each customer stop.
  5. Perform pre- and post-trip truck inspection, makes sure the cab is clean and the Vehicle Condition Report (VCR) is turned in.
  6. Work and drive productively and safely and behave in a courteous and professional manner at all times.
  7. Must be available for scheduled shifts, including holidays and weekends.
  8. Responsible for and required to track personal DOT compliance, (i.e. daily hours of service) and to report immediately to the supervisor if in danger of being out of compliance.
  9. Report any moving violations incurred during work hours to the supervisor at the end of the shift.
  10. Report any personal moving violations or accidents to the supervisor within 72 hours.
  11. Maintain a valid Medical Card and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  12. Other duties as assigned.


REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • One to two years’ related medium or heavy truck driving experience;
  • Available to work scheduled shifts, including nights, holidays and weekends;
  • Excellent heavy truck driving skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision
  • Ability to demonstrate proficient use of electronic technology within eight weeks of hire date
  • Ability to understand and execute work orders communicated via onboard technology
  • Ability to read, write and speak in English sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and make written entries on reports, required logs and records and other business-related documents


PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.


REQUIRED LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

  • Valid Texas Class B  Commercial Driver’s License;
  • Safe driving record for the past five years
  • A valid Medical Card.


Key Skills
Truck DrivingCustomer ServiceSafety ComplianceRoute ManagementDocumentationProblem SolvingCommunicationTeamworkTime ManagementPPE UsageVehicle InspectionElectronic TechnologyDOT ComplianceHeavy Truck OperationIndependent WorkEnglish Proficiency
Categories
TransportationLogisticsEnvironmental & SustainabilityCustomer Service & SupportTrades
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