Class A CDL Relief Driver

Darling International Inc.; Collinsville, Superior (IL, OK, WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Route (Relief) Driver to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe operation of specialized trucks for grease and fat collection, ensuring excellent customer service and compliance with safety regulations. As a key player in maintaining operational efficiency, you'll perform vital tasks such as inspecting materials, maintaining vehicle cleanliness, and completing essential paperwork. If you're a team-oriented individual with a passion for driving and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Prior experience operating a commercial vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate grease collection and fat removal trucks safely.
• Maintain cleanliness of containers and surrounding areas.
• Complete required paperwork daily.

Skills

CDL Class A with tanker endorsement

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Mathematics skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pressure washers

Forklifts

Job description

Job Summary

The Route (Relief) Driver is responsible for operation of a grease collection truck to collect cooking oil, a fat and bone collection truck for removal of raw material from customer locations, and a pump truck to collect waste cooking oil.

The Relief Driver will be responsible for covering vacation and maintaining, installing and removing in field equipment at customer locations.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Pump or load grease containers; ensure cleanliness of container and surrounding area; return container with screen and lock secured; notes any damages to container or corral area; properly complete route ticket with customer signature.
• Collect and inspect raw material at time of pick up for any foreign or hazardous material at customer location (Local Runs).
• Maintain the required Electronic DOT log.
• Provide customer with receipt of pick-up and obtains signature of management at location. Maintain excellent customer relations by providing quality, professional service at all times.
• Responsible for company vehicle; conducting all safety checks and inspections of vehicle; operates vehicle under state, federal, local regulations and in accordance with company policy and procedures; observe all company safety rules.
• 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.) on a daily basis.
• Responsible for covering established route as assigned.
• Attendance at all safety meetings required; may be asked to serve on Safety Committee.
• Responsible for maintenance on containers in use at customer locations; must obtain location manager's approval of work completed.
• Notes any damage or problems with containers and relays such information to supervisor.
• Maintains supply inventory of both new and reconditioned tanks in inventory.
• Cleans truck, old containers, and general work area as required to meet sanitation standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• CDL Class A with tanker endorsement required.
• Must be registered on https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience operating a commercial vehicle, straight truck, tractor trailer and/or tanker preferred.
• Experience with truck hydraulics a plus.
• Experience with pressure washers and fork lifts is a plus.
• Good communication skills both oral and written.
• Team player; works well with others.
• Detail oriented; well organized; ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks.
• Good math skills; ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Frequently required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently lift, push, pull or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• Required to work outdoors in varying weather (rain, hot, humid, cold).

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in plant environment, in company vehicle, and at customer locations.

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