Grease Route Driver

Darling Ingredients Inc.•Tacoma, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Route Driver is responsible for operation of a collection truck to collect cooking oil while providing quality service to our customers. The driver will work for a Union shop receiving union benefits and pay. The driver will start at $32.15 for 500 hours then go to $33.15. The driver will receive Overnight Premium Pay of $4.00 per hour during overnights. During overnights the driver will have hotel and food paid for by the company.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 21 years of age with clean MVR.
Current CDL holder with proper endorsements.
Must be registered on https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

Nice To Haves

Works well with others in a team environment.
Dependable; reliable; ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
Good math and communication skills.
Knowledge of safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle and general maintenance.

Responsibilities

Pump or load grease containers; ensure cleanliness of container and surrounding area; returns container with screen and lock secured; notes any damages to container or corral area; properly completes route ticket with customer signature.
Responsible for established route as assigned.
Responsible for company vehicle; keeps vehicle in clean condition.
Conduct all safety checks, inspections of vehicle; operates vehicle under state/federal/local regulations and in accordance with company policy & procedures; observes all company safety rules.
Attendance at all safety meetings required; may be asked to serve on Safety Committee.
Maintain excellent customer relations by presenting professional appearance and attitude.
Responsible for completing all company required paperwork in accordance with company policies (route tickets, driver vehicle inspection reports, accident reports, mileage reports, service forms, etc).
Maintain and update vehicle condition report on a daily basis.
All other duties as assigned.