Driver, CDL-A (Transfer)

Inotiv•Hayward, CA

About The Position

The CDL-A Transfer/Flex Driver is an on-the-road driving role responsible for safely and punctually transporting research products, animals, biological materials, and related cargo between company facilities and customer locations. The driver provides flexible transportation support for route coverage, special assignments, and operational needs while complying with DOT regulations, company policies, animal welfare standards, and biosecurity procedures. The role represents the company professionally and courteously while supporting customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. This full-time position guarantees 40 hours per week and pays $45.00 per hour. The schedule runs Sunday through Saturday and may include overnight travel, rotating routes, and extended driving assignments. Travel to other sites across the country for up to three weeks at a time is required. Drivers must be willing to team drive and operate a variety of vehicles, from Class A 53-foot refrigerated tractor-trailers to Class C refrigerated vans. The work involves extended periods of sitting, driving, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and loading or unloading freight; frequent entry into and exit from delivery vehicles; and exposure to varying weather, road, and traffic conditions. It may also involve exposure to animals, animal-related materials, odors, noise, and biohazards, including working safely with animals of varying sizes such as non-human primates. Personal protective equipment is required as applicable. Inotiv is a global contract research organization that partners with researchers to advance medicines and therapies. The company describes opportunities to learn and grow and offers health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, and a 401(k).

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 safely drive 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.
Ability to work safely with animals of varying sizes, including non-human primates.
Ability to read, interpret, and complete transportation and regulatory documentation.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, management, and team members.
Ability and willingness to operate a variety of vehicle types, from Class A 53-foot refrigerated tractor-trailers to Class C refrigerated vans.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 2 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 various 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 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 up to three weeks at a time and be willing to team drive.
Perform other duties as assigned.