Driver, CDL-A (Transfer)

About the role

The CDL A Transfer/Flex Driver is an on-the-road driving role responsible for the safe and timely transportation of research products, animals, biological materials, and related cargo between company facilities and customer locations. This role provides flexible transportation support for route coverage, special assignments, and operational needs while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, animal welfare standards, and biosecurity procedures. The driver represents the company in a professional, safe, and courteous manner while supporting customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Inotiv is a leading global contract research organization (CRO) that partners with researchers to tackle complex scientific challenges, drive innovation, and help build a healthier, safer world.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate commercial vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) exceeding 26,000 pounds in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Provide transfer and flexible route coverage for scheduled routes, vacations, absences, special runs, and changing operational demands.
• Pick up, verify, transport, and deliver loads accurately and on schedule.
• Accurately complete transportation, inspection, delivery, and regulatory paperwork.
• Safely load and unload various types of cargo, including touch freight as required.
• Drive safely in varying road, traffic, and weather conditions, including heavy traffic and inclement weather.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and perform basic vehicle maintenance activities as appropriate.
• Follow assigned schedules and DOT hours-of-service requirements, including overnight travel and extended driving assignments as needed.
• Utilize maps, GPS systems, and routing instructions to navigate efficiently.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service at all company and customer locations.
• Work safely and effectively with research animals and related biological materials when applicable.
• Maintain compliance with company safety, animal welfare, transportation, and biosecurity procedures.
• Be willing to travel to other sites across the country for weeks at a time, maximum of