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Texas Disposal Systems

Rolloff Driver II

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What they do

A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.

$37,572 / year median in Texas

-9% projected decline

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JOB SUMMARY
The Roll-Off Driver operates company vehicles while servicing containers and is responsible for complying with local, state and federal regulations, as well as with company policies and procedures.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Report to work at designated time in company uniform and with required personal protective equipment (PPE). Comply with all company and department policies and procedures. Operate assigned company vehicles to service containers. Ensure that the assigned truck is fully-fueled, safe to operate and that the required paperwork is on board before leaving the yard. Record and communicate route information via handwritten or electronic means. Perform pre- and post-trip truck inspection, as required by company policy and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Complete and submit a daily Vehicle Condition Report (VCR). Report any incidents that occur during work hours to the supervisor no later than the end of the shift. Responsible for and required to report any personal moving violations or accidents to the supervisor within 72 hours. Work and drive productively and safely and behave in a courteous and professional manner at all times. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
At least one year of 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 onboard 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
REQUIRED LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License Safe driving record for the past five years Valid Medical Card or the ability to obtain one