Local Driver

Baker Commodities Inc. – Pay Range

This range is provided by Baker Commodities Inc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$36.99/hr – $36.99/hr

• Eligible for a $7,500 signing bonus (paid in installments over the first 15 months)
• $36.99 per hour salary; shift differential for second or third shift hours
• Paid medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Retirement plan available

• Check vehicle to ensure all mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is clean and in good working order
• Collect delivery instructions, verify instructions and routes
• Drive assigned vehicle on designated route
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting goods
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to vehicles
• Maintain logs of working hours, vehicle service or repair status following state and federal regulations
• Record information such as weight/volume, mileage, time and fuel consumption
• Operate equipment such as GPS navigation and radio/phone to exchange information with supervisors or other points of contact
• Plan/adjust routes based on changing conditions using navigation equipment to maximize fuel efficiency
• Load or unload trucks using specialized equipment as necessary
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality; essential for smooth operation of the company
• Other duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective operation of the business (may change as business needs evolve)

• Valid Class A CDL and current DOT medical card
• Must be 21 or older to comply with Federal regulations
• Endorsements (tanker and doubles) based on vehicle assigned
• 2 years commercial vehicle driving experience with an acceptable MVR
• Ability to complete Entry Level Driver program if less than 2 years commercial driving experience with an acceptable MVR
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and speak English as required by Federal Motor Carrier Department
• Understand and follow all DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of transportation and safety principles for moving goods by road
• Skill to operate, control and monitor vehicle and equipment
• Ability to work overtime and alternate schedule/route as needed
• Local travel; less than 5% overnight travel

• Remain in seated position while using arms, legs, and observation to operate vehicle
• Observe and monitor equipment
• Ascend/descend in and out of vehicle and on equipment

• Communicate with co‑workers, customers and supervisors
• Move, lift, push and pull equipment and material up to 60 lbs.
• Walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach and handle equipment to collect material
• Operate electronic devices such as GPS equipment and phone/radio

• Be exposed to outdoor weather conditions
• Be exposed to materials occasionally requiring use of PPE such as gloves to protect from heat
• Move across wet/slippery and uneven surfaces
• Electronically and manually complete logs and reports

Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States, providing quality products and services worldwide. Our success is driven by outstanding employees who contribute to quality, service, innovation and integrity. We will continue to be one of the world's premier rendering companies.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.