Class A Lead Support Driver - Req

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.

Class A Lead Support Driver

Weedsport, NY / Auburn, NY / Syracuse, NY / Ithaca, NY

Travel: Required
Position Type: Full-Time | Salaried

Compensation & Perks

Competitive Weekly Pay |$1,000 Annual Retention Bonus

PEAKS Safety Program:

• $1,000 prize/region (Quarterly regional raffle)
• $5,000 prizes (4 winners) (Annual regional raffle)
• $10,000 prize (Annual Apex winner)

The Class A Lead Support Driver is responsible for traveling to various locations to provide coverage for route drivers during vacations, absences, or business needs. While travel is primarily regional, occasional out-of-region support may be required.

This is a safety-sensitive position requiring strong focus, accountability, and adherence to all safety standards. Drivers are responsible for their own safety and the safety of others at all times.

• 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 per 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, ensuring all client locations are 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 ensuring the overall cleanliness of the 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.
• Report all accidents and injuries immediately to the safety manager.

• 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 of 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.
• Must pass a pre-employment Background check
• All drivers must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the public, understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.

• 5 Years Class A Driving Experience with no accidents or incidents
• Time management and ability to maintain route consistency.
• Communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge of hydraulics is a plus.

• 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 handle unpleasant odors from food waste/farms.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

At Denali, the work we do begins and ends with you – our employees. We strive to elevate you to be your best, both at work and  benefits aren’t just about compensation; they’re part of a broader commitment to helping you thrive in all aspects of life.

• Comprehensive Medical:
  Our self-insured medical plans are designed with your health…