Driver - Lead Support Driver Req

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Full Time Cincinatti, OH, US

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $88,400.00 Annually

About Company:

Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing society’s reliance on fossil fuels. Denali provides meaningful and measurable change for any business that handles food, creating value with our scalable solutions across the nation.

Our services and products touch thousands of acres and businesses, millions of tons of organic material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.S.

$1,000 annual retention bonus

Company-paid hotel accommodations

Company-paid rental vehicle or airfare when applicable

Company-paid transportation to assignments

No sleeper-truck operation required

Quarterly regional raffle: $1,000 prize per region

Annual regional raffle:
Four $5,000 prizes

Annual Apex Award: $10,000 prize

We are seeking a dependable, flexible, and safety-focused Class A CDL Lead Support Driver to support transportation operations across multiple locations. This traveling position is responsible for hauling food waste and organic materials using end-dump trailers while providing route coverage and operational support wherever needed.

The Lead Support Driver is a critical member of the transportation team, filling open routes caused by staffing shortages, PTO, vacations, sick leave, FMLA, training assignments, and other operational needs. This position requires independence, strong communication skills, and the flexibility to travel extensively to maintain uninterrupted service for our customers.

Travel will primarily include Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania, and Kentucky
. Additional travel throughout the Midwest and surrounding regions may be required based on business needs.

The ideal candidate is an experienced CDL driver who enjoys variety, works well independently, communicates effectively, and can identify and troubleshoot minor equipment issues while on the road.

This is a safety-sensitive position requiring sound judgment, alertness, and attention to detail. Employees are responsible for their safety and the safety of others.

• Safely operate Class A commercial vehicles with end-dump trailers to haul food waste, organic materials, and bulk commodities.
• Provide route coverage for drivers who are unavailable because of PTO, vacation, sick leave, FMLA, training, staffing shortages, or open positions.
• Travel to multiple operating locations and provide transportation support based on business needs.
• Conduct pre-trip, post-trip, and daily vehicle inspections in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Maintain accurate electronic logs, inspection reports, trip documentation, and all required paperwork.
• Transport loads safely while complying with DOT, FMCSA, environmental, and company regulations.
• Inspect equipment, identify maintenance concerns, and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Perform minor operational troubleshooting when appropriate and safe.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, operations leaders, maintenance personnel, customers, and other drivers.
• Learn unfamiliar routes quickly and assist with route familiarization when needed.
• Provide operational support and guidance at assigned locations.
• Represent the company professionally at customer sites, company…