Driver, CDL-A (Transfer)

Inotiv•Hayward, CA

12d

About The Position

The CDL A Transfer/Flex Driver is an on-the-road driving role responsible for safely and reliably transporting research products, animals, biological materials, and related cargo between company facilities and customer locations. The driver provides flexible coverage for scheduled routes, absences, special assignments, and changing operational needs while complying with DOT regulations, company policies, animal welfare standards, and biosecurity procedures. The position represents the company professionally and courteously while supporting customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. This is a full-time position with 40 hours guaranteed and a stated schedule of Sunday through Saturday, which may include overnight travel and rotating routes. The role may require travel to other sites around the country for up to three weeks at a time. Drivers must be willing to team drive and operate a variety of vehicles, from Class A 53-foot reefer tractor-trailers to Class C reefer vans. The role may be offered at different levels based on candidates’ education and experience, with salary adjusted to reflect relevant qualifications.

Requirements

Valid CDL Class A license with a clean driving record.
Successful completion of a motor vehicle driving record check.
Ability to safely lift, move, push, or pull up to 70 pounds repeatedly.
Ability to drive safely for extended periods.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and communicate effectively in English.
Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
Working knowledge of roads, traffic laws, DOT regulations, and safe transportation practices.
Ability to read maps, use GPS systems, and follow routing instructions.
Self-motivated, dependable, and adaptable to changing schedules and operational needs.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including overnight travel and extended routes as needed.
Willingness to travel to other company sites across the country for up to three weeks at a time.
Willingness to team drive.
Ability to safely work with animals of varying sizes, including non-human primates.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 3 years of CDL driving experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 26,000 pounds in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies.
Provide transfer and flexible route coverage for scheduled routes, vacations, absences, special runs, and changing operational demands.
Pick up, verify, transport, and deliver loads accurately and on schedule.
Complete transportation, inspection, delivery, and regulatory paperwork accurately.
Safely load and unload cargo, including touch freight as required.
Drive safely in varying road, traffic, and weather conditions, including heavy traffic and inclement weather.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and perform basic vehicle maintenance activities as appropriate.
Follow assigned schedules and DOT hours-of-service requirements, including overnight travel and extended driving assignments as needed.
Use maps, GPS systems, and routing instructions to navigate efficiently.
Provide professional and courteous customer service at company and customer locations.
Work safely and effectively with research animals and related biological materials when applicable.
Comply with company safety, animal welfare, transportation, and biosecurity procedures.
Travel to other sites across the country for periods of up to three weeks at a time, as required.
Operate a variety of vehicle types, from Class A 53-foot reefer tractor-trailers to Class C reefer vans.
Team drive as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.