Route Driver

A Route Driveris responsible forthe operationof a semi-truckor vacuum truckto collect animal mortalities, fat and bone, or grease (vacuum truck)for removal from customer locations. Route Driver responsibilityforwhich raw materialis dependent on the Plant Location.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Collects and inspects raw material at time of pick up for any foreign or hazardous material at customer location
• Dependent on plant location, may pump or load grease containers; ensure cleanliness of container and surrounding area; returns container with screen and lock secured; notes any damages to container or corral area; properly completes route ticket with customer signature
• Required tomaintainan Electronic DOT log
• Provides customer with receipt of pick-up and obtains signature of management at location.
• Responsible for company vehicle;maintainsvehicle in cleanestpossible manner; operates vehiclein accordance withCompany, federal,stateand local regulations
• Conducts all safety checks and inspections of vehicle;operatesvehicle under state, federal, local regulations andin accordance withcompany policy and procedures;observesall company safety rules
• Completes vehicle condition reporton a daily basis;operatesunder all Company safety standards
• Maintains excellent customer relations by providing quality, professional serviceat all times
• Responsible for completing all company required paperworkin accordance withcompany policies (route tickets, driver vehicle inspection reports, accident reports, mileage reports, service forms, etc.)on a daily basis
• Responsible for established route as assigned
• Attendance at all safety meetingsrequired; may be asked to serve on Safety Committee
• Maintain and update vehicle condition reporton a daily basis
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be at least 21 years old with clean Motor Vehicle Record
• CDL A license holder with tanker endorsements
• Must be registered on https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior route experience within a customer-oriented environment preferred.
• Works well with others in a team environment.
• Dependable; reliable; ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
• Knowledge of safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle and general maintenance
• Experience with truck hydraulics is a plus
• Strong computer and basic math skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Frequently exposed to high noise levels, strong odors, varying temperatures, and biohazardous conditions.
• Frequent travel to off-site locations is required.
• Requires prolonged sitting and movement throughout office/work locations, as well as occasional use of computers and office equipment.
• Must occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb or balance.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and identify potential workplace hazards.
• Requires the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally more than 100 pounds.

Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to the following: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off.

N/A | Occasionally = up to 20% | Frequently = 21% to 50% | Constantly = at least 51%

Working Environment

• Frequently-Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold
• Frequently-Exposed tobio hazardousconditions
• N/A-Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations
• N/A-Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock
• Frequently-Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment
• Constantly-Travels to offsite locations

Physical Demands

• Constantly-Must be able to remain in a stationary position (Sit)
• Constantly-Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location (Walk)
• Occasionally-Operatesa computer and other office machinery (Use hands to finger, handle or feel)
• Constantly-Must be able to positionone's selftomaintaincomputersin thelab, including under desks and in the server closet (Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl)
• Constantly-Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder (Climb or balance)
• Constantly-Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions(Talk, hear, taste, smell)

Weight and Force Demands

• Occasionally - Up to 10 pounds
• Occasionally - Up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally - Up to 50 pounds
• Frequently - Up to 100 pounds
• Occasionally - More than 100 pounds