CDL Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $30.00-35.00/hour

JOB TITLE: CDL Truck Driver

REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor

STATUS: Full time, non-exempt

LOCATION: Goodyear/Gila Bend, AZ

SALARY RANGE: $30.00-35.00/hour based on interview outcome and qualifications

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional FSA/HSA, 401k with 6% employer match, life and AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 21.67 days of paid time off + 10 holidays

About Tidal Vision:

We believe that sustainability should not require customers to compromise on price, convenience, or performance. Our mission is to create positive and systemic environmental impact by making our biopolymer solutions cost competitive, more convenient, and better performing than the synthetic chemicals we displace. We value innovation and take pride in challenging the status-quo; we choose to view obstacles as opportunities. We value new ideas and encourage the team to apply creativity and invent new solutions to meet challenging demands. We foster open, direct communication, and a collaborative working environment through our unique approach to work culture. We value our employees and demonstrate that through our compensation and benefits programs and opportunities for growth and development.

About Tidal Visions Unique Work Culture:

Tidal Vision strives to build and invest in the highest performing and most innovative team. We put our people and customers above process, avoid company-wide rules as much as possible, and have the courage to take unusual approaches to advance our mission. With this approach, we believe we can create a more flexible, fun, stimulating, creative, collaborative, and innovative organization. Our commitment to developing, practicing and promoting direct and open communication, responsibility and freedom, and leading with and seeking context is a responsibility for every role at Tidal Vision.

JOB SUMMARY :

The CDL Truck Driver plays a critical role in supporting both our logistics operations and field activities. This position requires a valid CDL and a clean driving record. You will be responsible for safely transporting various chemicals, equipment, performing vehicle inspections, and helping with operational tasks around the site as needed. This position supports operational flexibility by working across logistics and field work functions. It is ideal for candidates who are mechanically inclined, comfortable with hands-on work, and enjoy working outdoors in both independent and team-based settings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Operate and work within our Mission Driven Culture Core Values and Principles

• Perform local delivery routes within the state/county using the company's truck fleet depending on the requirements
• Unload trucks using pumps and hoses or other equipment when needed
• Inspect the vehicle and secure the load following DOT standards
• Identify and report any vehicle or equipment issues promptly
• Maintain proper and timely load documentation, including paperwork and ELD (Motive) entries
• Ability to safely and successfully navigate to the provided address
• Show a high amount of courtesy to our suppliers and customers
• Demonstrate high level of attention to detail and quality work
• Demonstrate initiative with the ability to perform daily duties with little oversight
• Perform other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid CDL
• Minimum of 2 years experience hauling tankers (local/regional experience preferred)
• Clean 5-year driving record
• Hazmat Certification
• Experience and willingness to haul oversize loads
• Comfortable driving a manual transmission truck
• Must be able to comply with FMCSA rules, including proper use of Motive ELD and adherence to Hours of Service (HOS) regulations
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; complete load paperwork accurately

PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Intermediate mechanical skills, ability to assist with minor maintenance or mechanical troubleshooting
• Experience operating heavy machinery or agricultural equipment
• Comfortable working outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions
• Experience in farm or field operations is a plus
• Willingness to perform manual labor and assist the team in hands-on agricultural tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work safely, efficiently, and collaboratively in small team environments

Licensing & Special Requirements

Incumbent is subject to a criminal background check.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks such as climbing, crouching, walking, and standing for long durations
• Must be able to wear safety equipment (PPE) as required
• Physically fit for outdoor labor and machinery operation

Tidal Vision provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.