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Class A CDL Utility Driver: Req # 3998

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $25.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

comprehensive medical
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
generous 401(k) match
Paid Time Off
Employee Development Programs
safety bonus incentives

Job Description

Denali is the leading organic recycling company dedicated to unlocking the power of unused food and organics. The company transforms these materials into valuable resources that feed, fuel, and replenish the earth. Denali is committed to environmental sustainability by helping keep water clean, reducing landfill dependency, improving soil fertility, supporting resilient farming practices, and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Operating nationally, Denali provides scalable and measurable solutions to businesses that handle food waste. Their services and products impact thousands of acres of land and millions of tons of organic material, touching nearly every individual in the United States who purchases and consumes food. The company focuses on creating meaningful change to reduce environmental impact and promote circular organic resource management. Denali fosters a mission-driven culture emphasizing sustainability and innovation, making it a rapidly growing organization in the waste management and environmental services industry.

The role of Class A CDL Utility Driver is full-time and hourly, available in locations including Douglasville, PA, Dover, DE, and Burlington, NJ. Compensation includes competitive weekly pay plus a $1000 annual retention bonus. The company also emphasizes safety and employee recognition through its PEAKS Safety Program, which offers regional and annual raffles with significant cash prizes. The Class A Utility Driver is essential in transporting utility equipment, materials, and personnel safely and efficiently to various job sites, primarily within the Farmington, CT area. This role involves operating Class A commercial vehicles in strict compliance with federal, state, and company safety regulations to support overall utility operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining vehicles via thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections, timely reporting of mechanical issues, and collaborating closely with field teams to ensure equipment delivery and setup for utility maintenance and repair work. The driver must ensure that all logistics support is executed with precision and safety, contributing to the overall reliability and efficiency of utility services. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring a clear mind and diligence, with the employee being responsible for personal and public safety. The position demands adherence to DOT regulations and company policies while demonstrating proactive communication with customers, vendors, and company operations teams. Drivers should expect to operate both intra- and interstate routes and handle flexible work hours, which may extend up to 60-70 hours weekly during peak seasons. The use of electronic logging systems and basic computer and communication devices is integral to daily tasks.

Job Requirements

  • Time management and ability to maintain route consistency
  • Communication and customer service skills
  • Proficiency operating manual and automatic transmission vehicles
  • Ability to use a manual or electric pallet jack
  • Experience using an Electronic Logging System, such as PeopleNet
  • Knowledge of hydraulics is a plus
  • Basic computer and cell phone knowledge
  • All drivers must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screen
  • Must have clean driving record

Job Qualifications

  • Class A CDL (Commercial Driver License) (self-certified as a Non-Excepted Interstate driver with the state of issuance)
  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) and PSP
  • Must be at least 23 years of age and have a minimum of 2 years 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 Military experience
  • Stable work history
  • Experience driving utility trucks or vehicles equipped with specialized utility equipment
  • Familiarity with GPS navigation and electronic logging devices (ELDs)
  • Basic mechanical skills for minor vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting

Job Duties

  • Loading, hauling, and delivering food waste on intra- and interstate routes with multiple stops ranging from 15-25 per day in accordance with routing determined by the company
  • Delivery equipment ranges from 30-45' open top dump trailers (combination vehicle) across a regional footprint determined by management
  • Operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles in accordance with DOT requirements and all local, state, and federal laws
  • Operate manual or electric pallet jack as needed
  • Utilize a pressure washer to rinse bins and containers and leave all client locations clean and free of debris
  • Perform pre- and post-trip inspections
  • Routine use of hand tools for basic repairs of company bins and equipment

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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