Class A CDL Driver

Class A CDL Driver
LOCATION Marengo, IL
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Work full time Monday - Friday 5 am to 2 pm (may vary depending on load)
• Working hours will be 40+ with paid overtime

Benefits

• The DeLong Co., Inc. offers affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx and Life insurance coverage.
• 401k with matching, FSA and Dependent Care Accounts
• Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life and Voluntary Long-Term Disability

Pay: Paid by the load, averages around $50,000 - $75,000 a year
Job Description:
For over 100 years, our goal at The DeLong Co., Inc. has been to provide information, products and services to the farming industry. We are currently looking for a full time CDL Driver who holds a Class A License for our posted location.
Summary Description of CDL Driver
CDL drivers are responsible for operating tractor-trailer equipment and maintain properly to transport material to designated location in a timely manner.
Essential Job Functions of CDL Driver

• Must have CDL Class A
• Safely operate Class A truck to transport material to job site often times driving on uneven or unfinished surface
• Must be able to climb up to 15 feet on ladders attached to truck or fertilizer tank
• Must be able to lift up to 50 or 60 pounds as needed on uneven surfaces
• Daily maintenance of equipment such as cleaning truck inside and out
• Recognize surroundings and practice traffic awareness to maintain a safe environment on the road and in the yard
• Tarp load when needed, verify gates are closed
• Clean spilled material/buildup off box
• During slower points in the season there will be general labor duties required by all CDL drivers as assigned
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written).
• Ability to read maps and navigate to new locations
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and recognize matters needing attention and initiate action on that recognition.
• Provide Delivery service as required by established delivery standards
• Interact with customers and managers.
• Observing speed limits and obeying D.O.T. regulations
• Keeping driving records

CDL Driver Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, talk, walk and hear. Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally and climb ladders.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must Have CDL Class A
• ALL applicants must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and possess or be able to obtain a Federal Medical Card

EOE STATEMENT
The DeLong Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The DeLong Co., Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.