Trap Grease Driver

Baker Commodities Inc; Southwick (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Commodities, Inc. seeks a qualified commercial driver to operate assigned vehicles on defined routes, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. The role requires inspecting equipment, collecting delivery instructions, and maintaining logs while maximizing fuel efficiency and scheduling flexibility.

Candidates should have a valid CDL A/B, DOT medical card, and relevant endorsements. Overtime and occasional overnight travel may be required, with strong emphasis on professional conduct

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A or B and current DOT medical card.
• Must be 21 or older to comply with federal regulations.
• Endorsements (tanker and doubles) based on vehicle assigned.
• 2 years commercial vehicle driving experience with an acceptable MVR.
• Ability to complete Entry Level Driver program if less than 2 years commercial vehicle driving experience with an acceptable MVR.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and speak English as required by FMCSA.
• Understand and follow all DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of transportation and safety principles for moving goods by road.
• Skill to operate, control and monitor vehicle and equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and alternate schedule/route as needed.
• Local travel; less than 5% overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Check vehicle to ensure mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in clean and good working order.
• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources and verify instructions and routes.
• Drive assigned vehicle on designated route.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to vehicles.
• Maintain logs of working hours, vehicle service, or repair status following state and federal regulations.
• Record information such as weight/volume, mileage, time and fuel consumption.
• Operate GPS navigation and radio/phone to exchange information with supervisors or other contacts.
• Plan/adjust routes based on changing conditions using navigation equipment to maximize fuel efficiency.
• Load or unload trucks using specialized equipment as necessary.
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner.
• Follow department and company procedures.
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; essential for smooth operation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL A/B

DOT medical card

Endorsements (tanker)

Endorsements (doubles)

2+ years driving

Entry Level Driver program

English reading/writing

DOT/FMCSA rules

Vehicle operation

Overtime readiness

Overnight travel <5%

Local travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

Description

Safe and timely operation of Commercial Vehicle and equipment to collect, transport and deliver company product.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Check vehicle to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in clean and good working order
• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources and verify instructions and routes
• Drive assigned vehicle on designated route
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to vehicles
• Maintain logs of working hours, vehicle service, or repair status following state and federal regulations
• Record information such as weight/volume, mileage, time and fuel consumption
• Operate equipment such as GPS navigation and radio/phone to exchange information with supervisors or other points of contact
• Plan/adjust routes based on changing conditions using navigation equipment to maximize fuel efficiency
• Load or unload trucks using specialized equipment as necessary
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time as business needs evolve over time.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Professional Certifications, Education, Experience and Travel Requirements

• Valid Class A or B CDL and current DOT medical card
• Must be 21 or older to comply with Federal regulations
• Endorsements (tanker and doubles) based on vehicle assigned
• 2 years commercial vehicle driving experience with an acceptable MVR
• Ability to complete Entry Level Driver program if less than 2 years commercial vehicle driving experience with an acceptable MVR.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to read and speak English as required by Federal Motor Carrier Department
• Understand and follow all DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of transportation and safety principles for moving goods by road
• Skill to operate, control and monitor vehicle and equipment
• Ability to work overtime and alternate schedule/route as needed
• Local travel; less than 5% overnight travel

Physical Demands/Requirements

Constantly (over 2/3):

• remains in a seated position while using arms, legs and observation to operate vehicle
• observes and monitors equipment
• ascends/descends in and out vehicle and on equipment

Frequently (1/3- 2/3):

• communicates with co-workers, customers and supervisors
• moves, lifts, pushes and pulls equipment and material up to 60 lbs.
• walks, climbs, stoops, kneels, crouches, reaches and handles equipment to collect material
• operates electronic devices such as GPS equipment and phone/radio

Occasionally (under 1/3):

• exposed to outdoor weather conditions
• exposed to materials that occasionally require use of PPE such as gloves (protect from heat)
• moves across wet/slippery and uneven surfaces
• electronically and manually completes logs/reports

About Baker Commodities, Inc.

Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States providing quality products and services worldwide. Much of our success is due to our outstanding employees. Through their careful attention to quality, service, innovation and integrity, we will continue to be one of the world's premier rendering companies.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.