Class A CDL Route Driver - Req

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The Class A CDL Route Driver plays a critical role in ensuring the timely and safe delivery of goods across designated routes originating from Livonia, MI. This position requires operating commercial vehicles with a Class A Commercial Driver’s License to transport freight efficiently while adhering to all safety and regulatory standards. The driver will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of cargo, managing delivery schedules, and providing excellent customer service during interactions at delivery points.

Success in this role directly impacts the company’s reputation for reliability and operational excellence. The driver must demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety throughout every aspect of their work.
This position is a safety-sensitive position and requires a clear mind and diligence. The employee has the responsibility for his/her safety as well as the safety of others.

• Loading, hauling, and delivering food waste on intra- and interstate routes with multiple stops ranging from 15-25 per day by routing determined by the Company.
• Operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles by DOT requirements as well as all local, state, and federal laws.
• Operate manual or electric pallet jack as needed.
• Utilize a pressure washer to rinse bins and containers and leave all client locations clean and free of debris.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Typical use of hand tools for basic repairs of company bins and equipment.
• Maintenance of basic truck equipment and overall cleanliness of equipment.
• Utilize the electronic logging system for DOT driver logs and as otherwise required.
• Maintain paperwork (contamination and service tickets, truck maintenance, etc.) and submit all documentation to the appropriate party.
• Regularly communicate with customers and vendors to ensure seamless operations.
• Communicate with the corporate office/operations team regularly for all service, equipment, and customer service-related issues.
• Report all accidents and injuries immediately to the safety manager.
• Ability to work flexible hours based on seasonality, up to 60 hours in a 7-day week or 70 hours in 8 days.
• Attend and participate in weekly safety calls, trainings, or briefings.
• Basic usage of computer and cell phone for training, communication, and expense management
• Regardless of any regularly scheduled service route assignment, drivers may at any time be scheduled to work a different assignment, including interstate routes. All drivers should expect operating in interstate commerce as needed.

• Class A CDL License (self-certified as a Non-Excepted Interstate driver with the state of issuance)
• Clean MVR and PSP
• Must be at least 23 years of age and have a minimum of 2 years full‑time verifiable tractor‑trailer experience OR 21 years of age with 1 year of tractor‑trailer experience IF a graduate from a Truck Driving School or 1 year of Military experience.
• Stable work history
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

• Regularly lifting, pulling, and/or pushing up to 70 pounds, bending, stooping, twisting, shoveling, or reaching overhead.
• Able to regularly pull/roll up to 300 pounds when working with totes.
• Ability to manage unpleasant odors from food waste/farms.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

• Mission‑driven work in a rapidly growing sustainability company
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning
• Collaborative, values‑driven team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits