Rendispose Truck Driver (Day Shift)

Redwood Area Chamber & Tourism; Redwood Falls (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401K match

Job summary

Farmers Union Industries, LLC is hiring a Rendispose (Reno) Driver for day shift in Redwood Falls, MN. The role requires operating semi-trucks, handling raw materials and finished products, and maintaining accurate driver logs.

Expect to travel up to 100% with a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, and a strong 401K match. Qualified candidates will have at least one year of truck driving experience, a valid CDL Class A, a DOT Medical Card, and the ability

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of truck driving experience.
• Must possess a current state Class A CDL and DOT health card.
• Ability to perform thorough vehicle inspections.
• Must be able to operate a semi-truck with manual transmission.
• Knowledge of DOT, federal, and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-, during-, and post-operation inspections.
• Operate company trucks to support shipping/receiving of materials and finished products.
• Move containers and connect hose lines as needed.
• Maintain driver logs and complete paperwork timely.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Assist with minor maintenance of trucks/trailers.
• Maintain safety, confidentiality, and professional conduct.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time.

Skills

Truck driving

Manual transmission

DOT regulations

Vehicle inspections

Log entries on tablet

Safety awareness

Team communication

Animal by-products handling

Education

CDL Class A

DOT Medical Card

Tools

Tablet / GPS device

Job description

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website atfuillc.comto learn more!

Our Central Bi-Products facility in Redwood Falls, MN collects and transforms multi-species raw material from meat processing facilities into high quality-feed ingredients and other consumer and industrial products. Learn more about the rendering industry atfuillc.com/central-bi-products/.

We are currently accepting applications for Rendispose (Reno) Driver on day shift. An individual in this role can expect to collect materials from various meat lockers and earn between $29.11-$31.67/Hr. (based on experience).We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and more!

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 5:00am - 5:00pm

Exact schedule may vary by efficiency. Additional hours may be necessary on a required or voluntary basis.

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Product Transportation Federal DOT Compliance

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform before-, during-, and after-operation inspections

Operate company-owned trucks to facilitate shipping and receiving operations of raw materials and finished product

Move containers of raw material or hook up hose line as needed to load truck

Maintain driver log information using paperless technology

Accurately and legibly complete all paperwork in a timely manner and maintains records, as required

Have a working knowledge of DOT, federal, and state regulations pertaining to transportation and vehicle maintenance

Assist with minor maintenance and repairs of trucks and trailers; notify management if major repairs are needed

Maintain and safeguard all company property provided for position

Follow all safety procedures and help ensure facility and vehicle cleanliness

Maintain highest level of confidentiality and professionalism while promoting a positive image of the company

Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Travel up to 100% of the time

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

One year or more of truck driving experience, desired; must be able to operate a semi-truck with a manual transmission

Possess and maintain a current state Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate Health Card

Ability to perform in-depth and thorough vehicle inspections

Ability to remain alert and drive safely under sedentary conditions; remain aware of changing traffic and weather conditions

Ability to use an electronic tablet or computer to enter truckload information

Comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies

Possess, or be willing to attain, a tanker endorsement, as routes require

Ability to work with animal by-products from cows, pigs, and poultry

Must be 21 years of age or older to drive a semi-truck across state lines (not required of all drivers/routes)

Physical Requirements

Frequently push, pull, or manipulate containers weighing up to 100 pounds

Frequently pull and hook up to 100 feet of hose

Consistently climb in and out of vehicle cab and/or onto trailer up to 10 feet

Frequently bend, crawl, and/or kneel

Frequently use upper body to unroll trailer tarps

Perform driving role; sit up to 90% of the time