Route Driver

Bakery Feeds, by Darling Ingredients•Wahoo, NE

About The Position

A Route Driver operates a semi-truck or vacuum truck to collect animal mortalities, fat and bone, or grease from customer locations for removal. The raw materials collected depend on the plant location. The role includes inspecting collected material, maintaining customer containers and pickup documentation where applicable, and operating and caring for a company vehicle in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations. Drivers provide professional customer service, follow safety procedures, maintain daily vehicle and route records, and attend required safety meetings. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 21 years old and have a clean Motor Vehicle Record.
CDL A license with tanker endorsements, depending on the route.
CDL B license, depending on the route.
Must be registered on the FMCSA Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Prior route experience in a customer-oriented environment.
Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Dependability and reliability, with ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
Knowledge of safe commercial motor vehicle operation and general maintenance.
Experience with truck hydraulics.
Strong computer and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

Collect and inspect raw material at pickup for foreign or hazardous material.
Depending on plant location, pump or load grease containers, keep containers and surrounding areas clean, secure containers with screens and locks, note damage, and complete route tickets with customer signatures.
Maintain an Electronic DOT log.
Provide customers with pickup receipts and obtain management signatures at the location.
Maintain the company vehicle in the cleanest possible manner and operate it in accordance with company policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
Conduct vehicle safety checks and inspections and follow company safety rules, standards, and procedures.
Complete and update a vehicle condition report daily.
Provide quality, professional service and maintain excellent customer relations.
Complete required company paperwork daily, including route tickets, driver vehicle inspection reports, accident reports, mileage reports, and service forms.
Follow the established route as assigned.
Attend required safety meetings and potentially serve on the Safety Committee.
Perform other duties as assigned.