1 Job Available in Houston, TX at Dnata

Overview

We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a CDL Driver to join our Houston  team supporting the IAH- airport.

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable CDL Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, possess a strong sense of urgency, and have the ability to work independently. This role involves coordinating transportation activities to ensure the timely delivery of products, goods, and services while maintaining safety and compliance with all regulations. The successful candidate will communicate effectively with team members and management, maintain positive relationships with customers, and adhere to all sanitation and food handling policies. Flexibility in scheduling is essential, as the position requires availability for various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.  

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

Accepting applications until: 12/26/25

You Will

• Communicate effectively with team members. 
• Maintains good relations with customers. 
• Work in a safe manner to prevent accidents to self and coworkers.  
• Comply with all HACCP/GMP and dnata catering sanitation and proper food handling policies and procedures. 
• Comply with federal, state and/or Company requirements to secure and maintain any special licenses. 
• Effectively communicates between Dispatch, Flight Administrators, CDL-Drivers, and management. 
• Prepare correct paperwork according to company guidelines. 
• Ensure correct invoicing of all delivered articles per flight. 
• Ensure arrival at airport is punctual while keeping safety a priority, avoid delays and lapses 
• Ensure that the requirements of hygiene, quality and safety standards are fulfilled  
• Ensure that vehicle fueling and associated procedures are adhered to according to company policy. 
• Conduct Pre-trip inspection requirements 
• Identify problematic areas and inform the shift Supervisor and Management of any issues. 
• Other tasks may be added or removed by Management according to business requirements. 
• Comply with all related training for this role. 

This salary range and is influenced by the level of experience. When calculating the base pay, we take into account various factors such as location, qualifications, training, and experience as part of the overall compensation package. 

You Have

Education:High School Diploma Preferred or 10 plus years of experience.

• Able to understand, read, communicate, and write in English. 
• Must be RELIABLE – PRESENTABLE – PROFESSIONAL 
• Able to work with others as a TEAM PLAYER.  
• Able to work closely with customers in a fast-paced environment. 
• Computer knowledge of Microsoft programs: OUTLOOK, EXCEL, WORD, 
• Must have a CDL license with air brake endorsement. 
• All applicants are subject to a criminal history background check & drug testing check per regulations of the US Customs & Border Protection Access and DOT. 
• This is a fast-paced environment that requires a hands-on approach to catering needs. 
• Schedule flexibility and availability to work various shifts including night shifts, weekends and holidays is a must. 
• Must have Basic Math skills 

INTELLECTUAL/SOCIAL, PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The intellectual/social, physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Intellectual/Social demands: 

• 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 use of interpersonal skills including being able to recognize and resolve conflicts, being able to openly communicate in writing and verbally with customers. 

Physical demands: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 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 50 pounds. 

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). 

dnata’s Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:

There are two aspects to working as effectively as we can: our people and our results. Our eight competencies are designed to help you focus on these aspects:

Delivering:

Does what they say they will. And they balance the needs of our customers' needs with our business's needs.

Drive

Always gets the job done. And still put the needs of our business first.

Open to opportunity:

Adapts when plans change. Is open to new ideas. Makes suggestions that will help shape our culture.

Business thinking:

Understand our business. Uses this understanding in their day-to-day work and plans for the future.

Collaborate:

Look for solutions that work for themselves, their team, and the whole organization.

Engaging others:

Acts in a way that gets others on board – and when things don’t go to plan, they deal with conflict in the right way.

Provide direction:

Share plans with others. Tracks how each project is progressing. Gives constructive feedback during, and after, each project.

Developing talent:

Self-aware. Always learning. Always developing. And always helping others to develop, too.

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position:

Employees at dnata are expected to live our Values of Safety and Security, performance-driven, Service Excellence, Delighting Customers, Imagination, and respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

• We put safety and security first in all our actions.
• We will set challenging goals and meet them.
• We deliver to a consistently high quality.
• We take ownership and responsibility of a situation until it is resolved.
• We are not afraid of failure and learn through our mistakes.
• We respect each other regardless of background.

Diversity Matters

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