Midwest Grease Driver

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Midwest Grease Long Prairie - Long Prairie, MN 56347Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $32.64 - $34.16 HourlyTravel Percentage: On the RoadJob Shift: 1st (Day Shift)Job Category: Professional DrivingSchedule Day Shift, Hours May Vary on Route Generally 4 days per week Overnights necessary Areas of Accountability All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork Production TransportationFederal DOT Compliance Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform before-, during-, and after-operation inspections Operate company-owned trucks to facilitate shipping and receiving operations of raw materials and finished product Move containers of raw material or hook up hose line as needed to load truck Maintain driver log information using paperless technology Accurately and legibly complete all paperwork in a timely manner and maintains records, as required Have a working knowledge of DOT, federal, and state regulations pertaining to transportation and vehicle maintenance Assist with minor maintenance and repairs of trucks and trailers; notify management if major repairs are needed Maintain and safeguard all company property provided for position Follow all safety procedures and help ensure facility and vehicle cleanliness Maintain highest level of confidentiality and professionalism while promoting a positive image of the company Maintain regular and predictable attendance Travel up to 100% of the time Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload. Qualifications One year or more of truck driving experience, desired Ability to operate a semi-truck with a manual transmission, preferred; willing to consider automatic restrictions depending on truck availability at the time of application Possess and maintain a current state Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate Health Card Ability to perform in-depth and thorough vehicle inspections Ability to remain alert and drive safely under sedentary conditions; remain aware of changing traffic and weather conditions Ability to use an electronic tablet or computer to enter truckload information Comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies Possess, or be willing to attain, a tanker endorsement, as routes require Ability to work with animal by-products from cows, pigs, and poultry (remove if MWG Driver (D73) Must be 21 years of age or older to drive a semi-truck across state lines (not required of all drivers/routes) Physical Requirements Frequently push, pull, or manipulate containers weighing up to 100 pounds Frequently pull and hook up to 100 feet of hose Consistently climb in and out of vehicle cab and/or onto trailer up to 10 feet Frequently bend, crawl, and/or kneel Frequently use upper body to unroll trailer tarps Perform driving role; sit up to 90% of the time #J-18808-Ljbffr Farmers Union Industries, LLC