Skipper Driver

The Skipper Driver completes an assigned list of duties and services that Darling Ingredients offers in an allotted scheduled time slot. Driver must have a Class A CDL to utilize the equipment needed to finish that given day's route.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

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

• Responsible for all pre-trips and post trips of equipment.
• Responsible for keeping electronic logs and if need to paper log correctly.
• Responsible for correctly operating any commercial motor vehicle safely obeying all traffic laws and DOT regulations.
• Ability to use hydraulic controls to operate different types of trailers.
• Ability to professionally communicate with management, drivers, vendors or any other person encountered during the course of a work shift.
• Have the ability and willingness to problem solve issues.
• Will be expected to be an integral part of the fleet team. An ability to communicate, conduct yourself, and be a professional at all times is a must for this position.
• Required to use all safety equipment as assigned
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must hold a current Class A CDL license.
• Minimum of 2 years experience operating similar vehicle to grease route truck.
• Must be registered on https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years Class A driving experience preferred.
• Prior route experience within a customer oriented environment preferred.
• Possess time management skills that allow you to work efficiently while always maintaining safety as your top priority.
• Knowledge of basic tractor and/or trailer maintenance and small repairs
• Knowledge of equipment you are using and being able to do a correct thorough pre-trip and post trip of that equipment.
• Average math and computer skills.
• Knowledge of traffic laws along with DOT regulations concerning the area that you are operating a commercial vehicle or any other company equipment.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Ability to stay focused and concentrate on one thing for long periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts up to 75 lbs.
• Occasionally push, pull or move up to 100
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

• Job functions will be carried out at a plant, in the field, or in the cab of a commercial motor vehicle.