Local Transfer Driver

Darling Ingredients; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Local Transfer Driver to operate commercial vehicles for transporting raw materials. This role emphasizes safety and compliance with regulations, requiring a Class A CDL with a tanker endorsement. The ideal candidate will have strong teamwork and communication skills, ensuring the vehicle is maintained and all required paperwork is completed accurately. Join a dynamic team in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and help drive the success of our operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a clean MVR.
• Current Class A CDL holder with tanker endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicle to transfer raw products.
• Conduct safety checks and maintain vehicle condition.
• Complete required paperwork and maintain DOT log.

Skills

Commercial Motor Vehicle Operation

Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Math Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Job description

Job Summary

The Local Transfer Driver is responsible for operation of commercial motor vehicle to transfer raw product from suppliers station to our processing facility.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Pick up raw materials as needed; weigh in raw material when returning to plant.
• 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.
• 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 daily.
• Maintain DOT log on onboard computer.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age with clean MVR.
• Current Class A CDL holder, with tanker endorsement.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Physical Demands

• Constantly required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry up to 100 lbs.
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a commercial motor vehicle and plant environment.

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