CDL Class A Driver (Nights)

The Logistics Driver 1 is responsible for all CDL driving needs (End Dump, 53' Dry Vans and 28' Dry Van/Doubles) as required for their daily tasks and to effectively complete the necessary internal procedures implemented for the department. The weekly schedule for this role will be 40 hours/week, working four, 10 hour NIGHTS per week; schedule breakdown is SAT-TUES NIGHTS.

Divert encourages all parties to be flexible in schedule changes when appropriate or necessary. Alternative schedules can be an option as long as it does not interfere with the business needs, which the Transportation Operations Manager will make the final determination and communicate as needed. This position is Salary Non-Exempt and overtime will be expected as necessary in order to protect the business from disruption.

The position reports to the Transportation Operations Manager but will work closely with the Lead Driver and the Plant Manager to receive any prioritized daily direction as needed.

Responsibilities:

Perform the necessary CDL Class A driving needs for the company

• Comply with all DOT, FMCSA and in-house regulations, rules and policies.

• Complete a daily truck log via Electronic Logging Device (ELD) to record reports of mileage covered at the end of each day.

• Complete daily inspections of the vehicle(s) at the beginning (pre-trip) and end (post-trip) of the shift via ELD and report any problems or damage to management.

• Adequately perform all the physical functions necessary of a truck driver (e.g. connecting/disconnecting air and electrical lines, ensure landing gear is set, ensure trailer king pin is engaged to truck, etc.) to ensure any trailer loads/cargo are safely transported.

• Install tire chains as necessary/required per DOT or state requirements dependent on the weather.

• Complete all necessary trailer swaps, all trailer types at the facility, in order to optimize business operations.

• Conduct daily, open communication with Divert Logistics and Operations team members before departing from our facility each day to ensure alignment between departments in order to not cause any business disruption.

• Retrieve and turn in all necessary paperwork (e.g. Outgoing BOL, Incoming BOL, etc.) to the proper team members/Customer at the given Origin/Destination.

• Fuel the tractors as necessary in order to get to and from each Origin/Destination via the Fuel Card supplied by the company. In an emergency, or certain unforeseen situation(s), personal payment method for fuel is acceptable if needed but management needs to be contacted for approval and all receipts should be saved for proper reimbursement.

• Observe and report equipment or mechanical failures immediately.

• Manage routes and routines so they proceed in the most efficient way possible.

About Divert

Divert is a cleantech company providing customers with a clean and efficient solution to organic waste. In the U.S. 1 out of every 6 Americans is food insecure while 1 out of every 7 trucks of fresh food delivered to a grocery store is either landfilled or recycled. As the leading provider of unsold food solutions to major retailers in the U.S., Divert is positioned to fundamentally change the way unsold food is managed to help solve the food crisis. Divert’s technologies allow entire retail chains to measure and eliminate wasted food, while offering cutting-edge energy and nutrient recovery solutions. Divert maintains a strong team environment with a culture that values and emphasizes safety practices, efficiency, innovation and both internal and external partnerships.

Our drivers are full-time, salaried non-exempt employees that go home each day/night after servicing the needs of our business while using company provided.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $34.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Home daily
• Overtime

Trucking Driver Type:

• Company driver

Trucking Route:

• Local

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mount Sidney, VA 24467: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL A (Required)

Work Location: One location