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North Salt Lake, UT · On-site
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North Salt Lake, UT · On-site
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Buxton, ND · On-site
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Buxton, ND · On-site
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Buxton, ND · On-site
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Buxton, ND · On-site
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Nashville, TN · On-site
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Nashville, TN · On-site
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Plastics Processing Apprentice
$14.75 - $19.25/hr
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Plastics Processing Apprentice
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Iowa City, IA · On-site
$16.50 - $21.25/hr
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Iowa City, IA · On-site
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Washougal, WA · On-site
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Washougal, WA · On-site
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Sabetha, KS · On-site
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Sabetha, KS · On-site
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Washougal, WA · On-site
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Washougal, WA · On-site
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Waverly, NY · On-site
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Waverly, NY · On-site
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Advanced Drainage Systems rating
7.0
Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
45th of 84 rated plastic manufacturers
Job description
Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.
ResponsibilitiesOur team of Drivers receive:
- Competitive Pay
- Work-life balance - Home most evenings and weekends
- Newer, well-maintained equipment
- Company-paid uniforms
- Local dedicated dispatcher for every driver
Paid on hub miles
Drop pay, paid for all deliveries
ADS employees receive extremely affordable benefits including:
- Medical
- Telemedicine/Teledoc
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid STD
- Voluntary LTD
- ADS Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
ADS is a dedicated carrier that pays empty and loaded miles, and no slip seating.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Safe operation of all company equipment
- Report BOL discrepancies
- Manage safe loading/unloading at delivery destination and place product in customer's desired location
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date daily paperwork (trip envelope, RMA's)
- Maintain vehicle cleanliness and operational capacity
- Adhere to company and departmental policies
- Ensure loads are properly secured
- Perform pre/post trip inspections of all equipment
- Report equipment and payload problems/hazards
- Perform in-route inspection of all equipment
- Understand and practice ADS CORE VALUES
Experience:
- Entry level drivers accepted! Zero experience required
- One-year verifiable driving experience preferred
Requirements:
- Valid Class A CDL and at least 21 years of age (DOT requirement for interstate operations)
- Must have acceptable MVR and be able to DOT physical and DOT drug test
ADS commercial vehicles are equipped with incab cameras to support and enhance driver safety. All ADS employees and contracted drivers operating a commercial motor vehicle in the ADS fleet are required to sign a Consent to Collection of InCab System Data ('Consent Form').
Company Benefits:Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.
Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.
*100% paid by ADS.
Why Join ADS?Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.
Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.
Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.
Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us
EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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