Skipper Driver

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. is seeking a Skipper Driver to complete a set route and duties within scheduled times. A Class A CDL is required to operate the necessary equipment and fulfill daily routes.

The role emphasizes safety, proper logkeeping, and professional communication with the fleet team. Responsibilities include pre-trip and post-trip inspections, safe vehicle operation, and adherence to DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must hold a current Class A CDL license.
• Minimum of 2 years experience operating similar grease route trucks.
• Must be registered on Clearinghouse FMCsa DOT.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-trips and post-trips of equipment.
• Maintain electronic or paper logs accurately.
• Operate commercial motor vehicle safely in accordance with traffic laws and DOT regulations.
• Use hydraulic controls to operate various trailers.
• Communicate professionally with management, drivers, vendors and others during shifts.
• Problem solve issues as they arise.
• Be an integral part of the fleet team and stay professional at all times.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pre-trip inspections

Post-trip inspections

Safety compliance

DOT regulations

Professional communication

Problem solving

Professional fleet team member

Safety equipment use

Tools

Electronic logs

Hydraulic controls

Trailer maintenance basics

Job description

The Skipper Driver completes an assigned list of duties and services that Darling Ingredients offers in an allotted scheduled time slot. Driver must have a Class A CDL to utilize the equipment needed to finish that given day's route.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

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

• Responsible for all pre-trips and post trips of equipment.
• Responsible for keeping electronic logs and if need to paper log correctly.
• Responsible for correctly operating any commercial motor vehicle safely obeying all traffic laws and DOT regulations.
• Ability to use hydraulic controls to operate different types of trailers.
• Ability to professionally communicate with management, drivers, vendors or any other person encountered during the course of a work shift.
• Have the ability and willingness to problem solve issues.
• Will be expected to be an integral part of the fleet team. An ability to communicate, conduct yourself, and be a professional at all times is a must for this position.
• Required to use all safety equipment as assigned
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must hold a current Class A CDL license.
• Minimum of 2 years experience operating similar vehicle to grease route truck.
• Must be registered on https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years Class A driving experience preferred.
• Prior route experience within a customer oriented environment preferred.
• Possess time management skills that allow you to work efficiently while always maintaining safety as your top priority.
• Knowledge of basic tractor and/or trailer maintenance and small repairs
• Knowledge of equipment you are using and being able to do a correct thorough pre-trip and post trip of that equipment.
• Average math and computer skills.
• Knowledge of traffic laws along with DOT regulations concerning the area that you are operating a commercial vehicle or any other company equipment.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Ability to stay focused and concentrate on one thing for long periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts up to 75 lbs.
• Occasionally push, pull or move up to 100
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

• Job functions will be carried out at a plant, in the field, or in the cab of a commercial motor vehicle.