CDL-A Truck Driver | Class A CDL Local Route Driver - 4144

About the role

Denali is seeking an experienced Class A CDL Retail Route Driver based in Lakeland, FL to drive a 5‑day route with an early AM start, hauling food waste from retail locations, loading/unloading, cleaning containers, and performing vehicle inspections and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Drive company tractor‑trailer equipment on assigned regional and interstate routes
• Complete approximately 15–25 stops per day, depending on the assigned route
• Load, haul, and deliver food waste from retail locations
• Operate 30–45' open‑top dump trailers and combination vehicles
• Operate both manual and automatic transmission vehicles in accordance with DOT requirements and applicable laws
• Use manual or electric pallet jacks as needed
• Pressure wash bins and containers and leave customer locations clean and free of debris
• Perform thorough pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections
• Perform basic repairs to company bins and equipment using common hand tools
• Maintain the cleanliness and basic equipment of the truck
• Accurately complete electronic DOT driver logs
• Maintain service tickets, contamination reports, maintenance paperwork, and other required documentation
• Communicate regularly with customers, vendors, and the operations team
• Report accidents, injuries, equipment issues, and service concerns immediately
• Participate in weekly safety calls, training, and safety briefings
• Use a company computer and cell phone for communication, training, and expense management
• Important: Routes and assignments can change based on business needs. Drivers should be prepared to work different assignments, including interstate routes, when needed.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Self‑certified as a Non‑Excepted Interstate driver with the state of issuance
• Clean MVR and PSP
• At least 23 years old with 2 years of full‑time, verifiable tractor‑trailer experience, OR at least 21 years old with 1 year of tractor‑trailer experience if you are a graduate of a truck driving school or have 1 year of military experience
• Stable work history
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen
• Strong safety record and willingness to follow DOT and company safety requirements
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Able to work independently and stay on schedule
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 70 pounds
• Pulling/rolling totes weighing up to 300 pounds
• Bending, stooping, twisting, shoveling, and reaching overhead
• Working around food waste and unpleasant odors
• Working outside in all weather conditions
• Getting in and out of the truck and working around equipment