Skipper Driver [CDL A with Tanker Endorsement]

MedStar Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Skipper Driver with a Class A CDL and tanker endorsement to operate commercial motor vehicles safely and efficiently. Successful candidates will manage delivery routes while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and conducting maintenance checks. With a focus on teamwork and communication, the role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and adherence to company standards.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience operating semi-trucks (hopper & tanker)
• Registered on DOT clearinghouse
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and traffic laws

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles.
• Keep electronic logs and adhere to safety regulations.
• Operate commercial vehicles safely, following traffic laws.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Math skills

Education

Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Job description

Skipper Driver [CDL A with Tanker Endorsement]

The 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.

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 hold a current Class A CDL license and valid tanker endorsement.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating semi (hopper & tanker-trailer) truck and a pump & vacuum truck.
• Must be registered on https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years Class A with tanker 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.

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