CDL Class A Route Driver

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Route Driver in Zanesville, OH to operate a collection truck and provide quality service to customers.

The role requires a CDL A with tanker endorsement, a clean MVR, and the ability to work nights and weekends as needed. The driver will handle route tickets, vehicle inspections, and safety checks, while maintaining professional customer relations and completing all required company paperwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 21+ years old with clean MVR.
• CDL A with tanker endorsements required.
• Must be registered on FMCSA Clearinghouse.
• Prior route experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pump or load grease containers and secure them after service.
• Handle assigned route and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Perform safety checks and operate under regulations.
• Complete paperwork including route tickets and mileage reports.
• Maintain daily vehicle condition reports.

Skills

Team player

Good math and communication

Dependable

Night/weekend flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL-A with tanker endorsement

Clean MVR

FMCSA Clearinghouse registration

Job description

Job Summary

The Route Driver is responsible for operation of a collection truck to collect product from our customers while providing quality service.

Shift Schedule/Time:

Sunday night to Thursday night; starting time between 9:00pm - 11:00pm; 10 - 12 hours per shift

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Pump or load grease containers; ensure cleanliness of container and surrounding area; returns container with screen and lock secured; notes any damages to container or corral area; properly completes route ticket with customer signature.
• Responsible for established route as assigned.
• Responsible for company vehicle; keeps vehicle in clean condition.
• Conducts all safety checks and inspections of vehicle; operates vehicle under state, federal, local regulations and in accordance with company policy and procedures; observes all company safety rules.
• Attendance at all safety meetings required; may be asked to serve on Safety Committee.
• Maintain excellent customer relations by presenting professional appearance and attitude.
• Responsible for completing all company required paperwork in accordance with company policies (route tickets, driver vehicle inspection reports, accident reports, mileage reports, service forms, etc.).
• Maintain and update vehicle condition report on a daily basis.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years old with clean MVR.
• Current CDL A license holder with tanker endorsements.
• Must be registered on https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior route experience within a customer oriented environment preferred.
• Works well with others in a team environment.
• Dependable; reliable; ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
• Good math and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle and general maintenance.

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