AZ or DZ Driver

Darling Ingredients is a global leader in providing natural and sustainable ingredients for the food, feed and fuel sectors. Conducting business as Darling International Canada Inc. in Canada, Darling operates six processing facilities across the country and is Canada's largest provider of rendering and recycling services to the food industry. Darling provides essential services to the food industry through the efficient and environmentally responsible management of collecting, processing and converting by-products into ingredients for the animal feed, pet food, aquaculture, fertilizer and biofuel industries. We are committed to environmental sustainability, superior quality and excellent customer service.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Logistics Department, AZ and DZ Drivers are responsible for the pick-up and delivery of raw material and finished goods on a variety of routes and shifts.

SCHEDULE: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 10 TO 12 HOURS PER DAY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBIITIES:

• Required at times to drive out-of-town routes into the Greater Toronto Area, including Toronto
• Evening shifts along with weekend work will be required depending on weekly route scheduling.
• Accurate completion and submission of all required paperwork.
• Conduct all interactions with customers and suppliers in a respectful, professional, and service oriented manner.
• Required to formally report any concerns or customer service-related issues.
• Responsible for following all Company and Health and Safety rules and for communicating all reportable incidents.
• Responsible to ensure that both tractors and trailers are maintained in a clean and presentable condition.
• Responsible for ensuring safe driving operations at all times.
• Responsible for effectively and efficiently dealing with ad-hoc issues that may arise.

This is only a summary of the primary responsibilities and may be amended as necessary based on the needs of the business.

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid AZ License
• Clean driving record
• Customer service oriented
• Familiarity driving within the Province of Ontario
• Working knowledge and adherence to HTA and MTO applicable legislation
• Flexible and willing to work overtime as required
• Team oriented and willing to assist with all routes
• Tasks will include some physical demands such as repetitive pulling, pushing, lifting etc.
• Ability to complete physical requirements is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the AODA, ESA, OHSA and other federal, and provincial standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the AODA, ESA, OHSA and other federal, and provincial standards
• Ability to keep up with physically demanding tasks such as repetitive bending, pulling, pushing, lifting etc.
• Sitting for long stretches at a time (up to 3 hours)
• Must be able to alternate between walking, standing and moving for periods of time.
• Must be able to occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to climb onto truck trailers, climb truck ladders as required and stretch and view difficult areas
  

WE OFFER:

• We offer $30.84 for AZ or 31.87 for DZ, Plus Overtime after 40 hours
• Uniforms provided
• Safety shoe/boot program
• Full Benefits covered by the company-Life Insurance, Disability, Employee Assistance Program and a Flexible Health and Dental Benefit Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Educational Assistance Programs, Scholarship Programs, Apprenticeship Programs

Darling Ingredients Canada Inc. is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities where our facilities are located. We actively seek qualified individuals with demonstrated skill and knowledge to deal with all aspects of diversity in a manufacturing environment. Darling is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Provincial Accessibility Acts. The Human Resources Contact responsible for this position will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate format on request.