Class A Lead Support Driver - Requisition ID: 4041

Denali Water Solutions•Bentonville, AR

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Elevate your career as a CDL driver with Denali (Organix), the trailblazer in the waste recycling industry. With our expansive reach spanning 46 states and serving a vast network of over 10,000 retail supermarkets and food manufacturing plants, you'll be part of a team making a real impact in reducing food waste. As a CDL driver at Denali, you won't just be driving trucks - you'll be driving change. Join our passionate team and take the wheel towards a greener and more sustainable future. Embark on a rewarding journey with Denali as a CDL Driver and open doors to endless opportunities for continuous training and professional development. We are deeply committed to your success and growth, providing specialized training programs and safety initiatives that equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills for the job while prioritizing your well-being. Our invaluable mentoring programs offer unwavering guidance and support as you navigate your career path. Seize these resources to elevate your skills and drive your career to new heights. The Lead Support Driver will be expected to travel to various locations and fill in for regular route collection drivers to cover vacation time, sick leave, or other business needs. While the company strives to keep drivers traveling within their region, occasionally the driver will need to travel outside the region to fill open routes.

Requirements

Class A CDL driver
Must be able to travel
Time management and ability to maintain route consistency.
Communication and customer service skills
Proficiency in operating Manual and Automatic Transmission vehicles
Ability to use a manual or electric pallet jack.
Experience using an Electronic Logging System
All drivers must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the public, understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Regularly lifting, pulling, and/or pushing up to 70 pounds, bending, stooping, twisting, shoveling, or reaching overhead.
Able to regularly pull/roll up to 300 pounds when working with totes.
Ability to handle unpleasant odors from food waste/farms.
Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of hydraulics is a plus.

Responsibilities

Loading, hauling, and delivering food waste on intra- and interstate routes with multiple stops ranging from 15 to 25 per day by routing determined by the Company.
Delivery equipment ranges from 30-45' open-top dump trailers (combination vehicles) across a regional footprint determined by management.
Operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles per DOT requirements as well as all local, state, and federal laws.
Operate manual or electric pallet jack as needed.
Utilize a pressure washer to rinse bins and containers and leave all client locations clean and free of debris.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
Typical use of hand tools for basic repairs of company bins and equipment.
Maintenance of basic truck equipment and overall cleanliness of equipment.
Utilize electronic logging system for DOT driver logs and as otherwise required.
Maintain paperwork (contamination and service tickets, truck maintenance, etc.) and submit all documentation to the appropriate party.
Regularly communicate with customers and vendors to ensure seamless operations.
Communicate with the corporate office/operations team regularly for all service, equipment, and customer service-related issues.
Report all accidents and injuries immediately to the safety manager.
Ability to work flexible hours based on seasonality, up to 60 hours in a 7-day week or 70 hours in 8 days.
Attend and participate in weekly safety calls, trainings, or briefings.
Basic usage of computer and cell phone for training, communication, and expense management
Regardless of any regularly scheduled service route assignment, drivers may at any time be scheduled to work a different assignment, including interstate routes.
All drivers should expect to operate in interstate commerce as needed.