CDL Class A Route Driver

Job Summary

A Route Driver is responsible for operating a grease collection truck to collect used cooking oil from customer locations.

• Pump grease containers; ensure cleanliness of container and surrounding area; lock and secure container with screen, lid, and lock; note any damages to container or corral area; properly complete route ticket with customer signature.
• Maintain an electronic DOT log; use paper log only if electronic log book is inoperable.
• Provide customer with receipt of pick-up and obtain signature of management at location.
• Responsible for company vehicle; maintain vehicle in cleanest possible manner; operate vehicle in accordance with company, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct all safety checks and inspections of vehicle; operate vehicle under state, federal, and local regulations and in accordance with company policy and procedures; observe all company safety rules. Complete daily pre‑trip/post‑trip as instructed.
• Complete vehicle condition report on a daily basis; operate under all company safety standards.
• Maintain excellent customer relations by providing quality, professional service at all times.
• Complete all company required paperwork in accordance with company policies (route tickets, driver vehicle inspection reports, accident reports, mileage reports, service forms, fuel forms, scale forms, etc.) on a daily basis.

• Must be 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid Class A CDL, with a Tanker Endorsement.

• 2 years of prior experience operating a commercial vehicle in a route delivery setting preferred.
• Prior route experience within a customer‑oriented environment preferred.
• Experience with truck hydraulics a plus.
• Communicates clearly in verbal and written form.
• Highly organized; superior time management skills.
• Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations; adaptable to changing situations.
• Must have a good driving record.
• Ability to work well with internal staff and external customers.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.

• Constantly required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods while driving.
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally push, pull up to 200 lbs.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 75 lbs. repeatedly.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights:
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