CDL Driver

Darling Ingredients•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

A Route Driver is responsible for the operation of a grease collection truck to collect used cooking oil, and/or a fat and bone collection truck for the removal and collection of raw material(s) from customer locations to our facility in Indianapolis. Class A or Class B Driver's. Essential Duties/Responsibilities Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Pump Grease containers; ensure cleanliness of container and surrounding area; lock and secure container with screen, lid, and lock; notes any damages to container or corral area; properly completes route ticket with customer signature. Empties customer's Grease Trap utilizing a company vehicle by pumping trap contents into attached Tank. Ensures cleanliness of trap area; cleans all spilled grease if necessary. Fat and Bone removal routes collect and inspect raw material(s) at time of pick up for any foreign or hazardous material at customer location's (local routes, some overnight). Required to maintain an electronic DOT log, paper log only if electronic log book is inoperable. Provides customer with receipt of pick-up and obtains signature of management at location. Responsible for company vehicle; maintains vehicle in cleanest possible manner; operates vehicle in accordance with company, federal, state, and local regulations. 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. Daily Pre-Trip/Post-Trip completed as instructed. Complete vehicle condition report on a daily basis; operates under all Company safety standards. Maintains excellent customer relations by providing quality, professional service at all times. Responsible for completing all company required paperwork in accordance with company policies (route tickets, driver vehicle inspection reports, accident reports, mileage reports, service forms, fuel forms, scale forms, etc.) on a daily basis.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Must possess a valid Class A or Class B CDL
Must be registered on https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

Nice To Haves

Prior route experience within a customer-oriented environment preferred
Experience with truck hydraulics a plus
Communicates clearly in verbal and written form
Highly organized; superior time management skills
Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations; adaptable to changing situations
Must have a good driving record
Ability to work well with internal staff and external customers
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers

Responsibilities

Operate a grease collection truck to collect used cooking oil, and/or a fat and bone collection truck for the removal and collection of raw material(s) from customer locations
Pump Grease containers; ensure cleanliness of container and surrounding area; lock and secure container with screen, lid, and lock; notes any damages to container or corral area; properly completes route ticket with customer signature
Empties customer's Grease Trap utilizing a company vehicle by pumping trap contents into attached Tank. Ensures cleanliness of trap area; cleans all spilled grease if necessary
Fat and Bone removal routes collect and inspect raw material(s) at time of pick up for any foreign or hazardous material at customer location's (local routes, some overnight)
Maintain an electronic DOT log, paper log only if electronic log book is inoperable
Provide customer with receipt of pick-up and obtains signature of management at location
Responsible for company vehicle; maintains vehicle in cleanest possible manner; operates vehicle in accordance with company, federal, state, and local regulations
Conduct 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
Daily Pre-Trip/Post-Trip completed as instructed
Complete vehicle condition report on a daily basis; operates under all Company safety standards
Maintain excellent customer relations by providing quality, professional service at all times
Responsible for completing all company required paperwork in accordance with company policies (route tickets, driver vehicle inspection reports, accident reports, mileage reports, service forms, fuel forms, scale forms, etc.) on a daily basis