Route Driver

Bakery Feeds, by Darling Ingredients•East Saint Louis, IL

21d

About The Position

The Route Driver operates a semi-truck or vacuum truck to collect animal mortalities, fat and bone, or grease for removal from customer locations. The raw material collected depends on the plant location. The driver inspects collected material for foreign or hazardous items and, depending on the location, may pump or load grease containers, ensure containers and surrounding areas are clean, secure screens and locks, document damage, complete route tickets, and obtain customer signatures and pickup receipts. The position is responsible for the assigned route, company vehicle, daily safety inspections and vehicle condition reports, electronic DOT logs, and completion of required paperwork. Drivers must operate in compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and safety standards, while providing professional customer service. Attendance at safety meetings is required; drivers may also be asked to serve on the Safety Committee. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years old with 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 with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol 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, and 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 the container screen and lock, 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 applicable regulations.
Conduct vehicle safety checks and inspections and follow company safety rules and procedures.
Complete and maintain daily vehicle condition reports.
Provide quality, professional customer service.
Complete required company paperwork daily, including route tickets, driver vehicle inspection reports, accident reports, mileage reports, and service forms.
Complete the assigned route.
Attend required safety meetings and potentially serve on the Safety Committee.
Perform other duties as assigned.