Class A Shuttle Driver - Req. ID: 4183

Denali Water Solutions•Beaver Dam, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing society’s reliance on fossil fuels. Denali provides meaningful and measurable change for any business that handles food, creating value with our scalable solutions across the nation. Our services and products touch thousands of acres and businesses, millions of tons of organic material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.S. Apply to join our team today! This is a safety-sensitive position requiring sound judgment, alertness, and attention to detail. Employees are responsible for their safety and the safety of others. The Class A CDL Shuttle Driver is responsible for safely transporting food waste and organic materials throughout the Watertown and Beaver Dam service areas and to other assigned locations. This position operates tractor-trailers equipped with 30- to 45-foot open-top dump trailers. The ideal candidate is a dependable and safety-focused driver who can operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles, maintain accurate DOT documentation, communicate professionally, and work effectively in changing weather and operating conditions.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
CDL must be self-certified as Non-Excepted Interstate with the issuing state
Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record and Pre-Employment Screening Program record
Stable and verifiable employment history
Ability to operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles
Ability to comply with DOT, FMCSA, and company safety requirements
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
At least 23 years old with a minimum of two years of full-time, verifiable tractor-trailer experience; or
At least 21 years old with one year of tractor-trailer experience after graduating from an accredited truck-driving school; or
At least 21 years old with one year of relevant military driving experience
Regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 70 pounds
Regularly bend, stoop, twist, shovel, climb, and reach overhead
Pull or roll containers weighing up to 300 pounds
Climb into and out of trucks and trailers throughout the workday
Sit and drive for extended periods
Work safely around food waste, farms, and potentially unpleasant odors
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, and mud

Responsibilities

Safely load, haul, and deliver food waste and organic materials on intrastate and interstate routes assigned by the company.
Operate Class A combination vehicles equipped with 30- to 45-foot open-top dump trailers.
Complete shuttle assignments and provide route coverage as directed by management.
Operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles in compliance with DOT requirements and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Operate manual or electric pallet jacks when required.
Use a pressure washer to clean bins and containers, ensuring customer locations remain clean and free of debris.
Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Use basic hand tools to complete minor repairs to company bins and equipment.
Maintain truck equipment and ensure vehicles and trailers remain clean and in safe operating condition.
Use the company’s electronic logging system to maintain accurate DOT driver logs.
Complete and submit contamination reports, service tickets, maintenance records, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
Communicate regularly with customers and vendors to support efficient operations and quality service.
Notify the operations team of service concerns, equipment problems, delays, and customer-related issues.
Report all accidents, injuries, safety concerns, and property damage immediately in accordance with company policy.
Attend and participate in required safety calls, training sessions, and operational briefings.
Use a computer or mobile phone for training, communication, documentation, and expense management.
Perform additional driving assignments, including interstate routes, based on operational needs.