CDL Driver

15850 Vickery Dr, Houston, TX 77032, USA Job Description As a CDL Driver at dnata Catering, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of catering trucks and other company vehicles. This role is essential to ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of aviation catering services. You will represent dnata with a professional, courteous, and service‑oriented approach when interacting with clients within the aviation industry. In addition to driving duties, you may assist with loading and unloading catering supplies, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and completing routine vehicle inspections. Strong attention to detail, strict adherence to safety regulations, and effective route navigation are critical to supporting the overall success of our catering operations. You Will: Load and unload all carts, trash, and items to be laundered to and from catering truck to designated aircraft in a safe and efficient manner. Communicate clearly and effectively with team members. Coordinate with flight crew while maintaining positive customer relations. Perform all duties safely to prevent injury to self and others. Provide professional service to airline customers at all times. Ensure all flights are catered accurately and within required timeframes. Adhere to all HACCP, GMP, and sanitation policies to ensure proper food handling. Follow all Ramp Safety policies and procedures, including wearing required safety vests while on the airfield. Perform additional duties as assigned. Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED preferred, with at least one (1) year of driving experience. Valid Class A or Class B CDL with air brake endorsement required. Previous experience in a warehouse or airline catering environment preferred. Requirements & Skills Ability to meet all requirements necessary to obtain a Port ID in accordance with TSA regulations, including 49 CFR § 1542.209. Must meet all applicable state and local food handler certification requirements for the work location (Texas requires a Food Handler Certificate within 60 days of hire). Strong attention to detail. Ability to multitask effectively. Reliable, with excellent attendance and punctuality. Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to lift, push, and maneuver heavy objects, including racks and equipment. Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment. Commitment to working safely to prevent injury to self and others. Ability to read and write in English. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi‑task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - always at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to extreme cold/heat (weather), heights and loud noise (earplugs must be worn while on the Ramp). Diversity and Inclusion We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we’re proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we’re committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata. Background Check Disclosure (State Law) California: Pursuant to the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act (Cal. Civ. Code § 1786 et seq.), dnata Catering may obtain an investigative consumer report that may include information regarding your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living. You have the right to request a copy of any report obtained. New York: In accordance with Article 23‑A of the New York Correction Law and the New York Human Rights Law, background checks will be conducted only as permitted by law, and any employment decision based on criminal history will follow required legal standards and notice requirements. Massachusetts: Pursuant to the Massachusetts Consumer Reporting Act (M.G.L. c. 93, § 52 et seq.) and the Massachusetts CORI statute (M.G.L. c. 6, § 172), dnata Catering may obtain a consumer report or criminal offender record information for employment purposes, consistent with state law. Applicants may request a copy of any report obtained. New Jersey: In accordance with the New Jersey Opportunity to Compete Act (N.J.S.A. 34:6B‑11 et seq.) and applicable consumer reporting laws, background checks will be conducted only as permitted by law, and applicants will receive required notices and rights regarding any consumer report obtained. Texas: Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable Texas law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Applicants will receive required disclosures and authorizations prior to any consumer report being obtained. Tennessee: Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable Tennessee law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Applicants will receive required disclosures and authorizations prior to any consumer report being obtained. #J-18808-Ljbffr