Midwest Grease Driver

# Midwest Grease Driver Midwest Grease Long Prairie - Long Prairie, MN 56347## Overview Salary Range $29.67 - $31.05 Hourly Level Entry Position  Type Full Time Job Shift1st (Day Shift)
Education Level None Travel  Percentage On the Road Category Professional  Driving## Description Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at  to learn more!

Midwest Grease collects, cleans, and recycles restaurant grease into livestock feed ingredients and biofuels. It provides grease trap cleaning services, and grease storage containers that are picked up on a regularly scheduled basis. Learn more about Midwest Grease here!

We are currently accepting applications for Midwest Grease Drivers. This day shift opportunity offers a starting hourly wage of $, based on experience, as well as a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and more!
** Schedule
* * Monday-Friday, ~3:00am-5:00pm, overnight stays up to 3 nights a week
* Actual starting and ending times will vary slightly based on daily route
*** Areas of Accountability
** All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork Product Transportation
Federal DOT Compliance
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
** Perform before-, during-, and after-operation inspections

Operate company-owned trucks to facilitate shipping and receiving operations of raw materials and finished product

Move containers of raw material or hook up hose line as needed to load truck

Maintain driver log information using paperless technology

Accurately and legibly complete all paperwork in a timely manner and maintains records, as required

Have a working knowledge of DOT, federal, and state regulations pertaining to transportation and vehicle maintenance

Assist with minor maintenance and repairs of trucks and trailers; notify management if major repairs are needed

Maintain and safeguard all company property provided for position

Follow all safety procedures and help ensure facility and vehicle cleanliness

Maintain highest level of confidentiality and professionalism while promoting a positive image of the company

Maintain regular and predictable attendance

Travel up to 100% of the time
* Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.
*** Qualifications
* * One year or more of truck driving experience, desired; must be able to operate a semi-truck with a manual transmission

Possess and maintain a current state Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate Health Card Ability to perform in-depth and thorough vehicle inspections

Ability to remain alert and drive safely under sedentary conditions; remain aware of changing traffic and weather conditions

Ability to use an electronic tablet or computer to enter truckload information

Comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and company policies

Possess, or be willing to attain, a tanker endorsement, as routes require

Must be 21 years of age or older to drive a semi-truck across state lines (not required of all drivers/routes)
** Physical Requirements
** Frequently push, pull, or manipulate containers weighing up to 100 pounds

Frequently pull and hook up to 100 feet of hose Consistently climb in and out of vehicle cab and/or onto trailer up to 10 feet Frequently bend, crawl, and/or kneel

Frequently use upper body to unroll trailer tarps

Perform driving role; sit up to 90% of the time
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