Class A Route Driver - Req. ID: 4269

About Company: Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing society’s reliance on fossil fuels. Denali provides meaningful and measurable change for any business that handles food, creating value with our scalable solutions across the nation. Our services and products touch thousands of acres and businesses, millions of tons of organic material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.S. Apply to join our team today! Class A CDL Route Driver – Food Waste Collection | End Dump Driver Location: Rochester, NY / Weedsport, NY / Auburn, NY | Typical Start Time: Between 2:00 AM and 5:00 AM | Position Overview Organix is seeking a dependable Class A CDL Route Driver to support a new food waste collection route serving the Rochester, Weedsport, and Auburn, New York areas. This employee will operate a power unit with a Wabo dump trailer, primarily servicing Tops and Walmart locations and transporting ZDP food waste material to a digester. Routes will generally operate within New York. Occasional travel to Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and New Jersey may be required to support other routes or move equipment. This position requires flexibility with frequent schedule changes, route assignments, and equipment moves. Key Responsibilities Safely operate a power unit with a Wabo dump trailer to collect and transport food waste material. Service primarily Tops and Walmart locations and deliver collected material to a designated digester. Begin routes between 2:00 AM and 5:00 AM, depending on operational needs. Follow safe loading, unloading, and equipment operating procedures. Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Grease equipment weekly and complete assigned routine equipment care. Promptly report equipment defects, maintenance needs, safety issues, and DOT concerns to management. Communicate clearly with management each day regarding route progress, service issues, delays, and equipment condition. Maintain accurate driver logs, inspection reports, and service records. Adjust to frequent schedule changes and assist with route coverage or equipment moves as needed. Operate safely during winter conditions, including snowfall, snow-covered roads, and ice. Operations pause during severe snowstorms, but driving during some winter snowfall is expected. Qualifications Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Current DOT medical certification. Experience operating tractor-trailers; dump trailer experience preferred. Ability to safely navigate customer locations and delivery sites. Experience driving in snow and ice, particularly lake-effect winter conditions, preferred. Ability to conduct detailed vehicle inspections and recognize equipment or safety concerns. Willingness to perform weekly greasing and routine equipment care. Strong communication skills, dependability, and sound judgment. Flexibility to accommodate early starts, schedule changes, and occasional regional travel. Ability to work around food waste material and associated odors. Work Environment This position involves early morning driving, outdoor work, and regular exposure to food waste odors. Drivers will encounter changing weather conditions, including lake-effect snow and ice during winter months. Duties may include climbing into and out of equipment, inspecting trucks and trailers, greasing equipment, and wearing required personal protective equipment. Why You’ll Love Working at Denali- Benefits & Perks At Denali, the work we do begins and ends with you – our employees. That's why we strive to ELEVATE you to be your best, both at work and at home. Our benefits aren’t just ab…

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