Class A CDL Semi Driver

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Union City, Town of Wheatfield (CA, NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Semi Driver, where you will operate a commercial motor vehicle to ensure timely pickups of raw materials. This role is crucial for maintaining excellent customer relations while adhering to safety regulations and company policies. You will be responsible for keeping the vehicle in top condition and completing necessary paperwork. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an essential service in a supportive environment that values safety and teamwork. If you are dependable and have a passion for driving, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a current CDL Class A with a clean MVR and tanker endorsement.
• 2 years of experience preferred; knowledge of vehicle maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicle to pick up raw materials and maintain cleanliness.
• Conduct safety checks and inspections of the vehicle as per regulations.

Skills

CDL Class A

Customer Service

Teamwork

Vehicle Safety Checks

Dependability

Tools

Onboard Computer

Job description

Job Summary

The Semi Driver is responsible for operation of commercial motor vehicle to pick up raw material with attention to prompt and efficient customer service.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Run established route; pick up raw materials; weigh in raw material when returning to plant and weigh in and out of customer location as needed.
• Responsible for ensuring loads are tarped before leaving plant or customer location; maintain cleanliness at customer locations.
• 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.
• 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, mileage reports, service forms, etc).
• Maintain and update vehicle condition report daily.
• Maintain DOT hours of service with onboard computer in accordance with company policy.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be current CDL Class A holder with clean MVR. Tanker endorsement.
• Must be registered on FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 Years experience preferred.
• Works well with others in a team environment.
• Dependable; reliable.
• Knowledge of safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle and general maintenance.

Physical Demands

• Constantly required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Frequently required to reach up with both arms in securing tarps, etc.

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