Overview:
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
"We Haul Wholesome" at Dairy Farmers of America - the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy food processor within the United States. Our drivers transport raw milk from farm to processing plants. We are passionate about the farmer-owners, the dairy industry, and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products.
Pay and Benefits:
Competitive pay - shift differential, weekend premium, OT available
Medical, Dental, Vision
401k Employer Match
Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)
Home daily
Schedule: Shifts starting at 12PM, 2PM, 4PM,7PM
General Purpose:
Safely and efficiently operate Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) tank trailers to transport raw milk from farm or depot to plant. Drive over a variety of streets, highways and rural access roads. The driver must follow the dispatch schedule and directions from the driver supervisors.
Drivers are required to take quality control samples at farms, measure the milk loaded into trailers, and minimize the truck idle times and conserve fuel consumption. We expect our drivers to operate safely and legally at all times.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA Commercial Motor Vehicle, and safety policies
Some strenuous work involving lifting, connecting hoses, disconnecting hoses
Ladder climbing to access the top of tank trailers and farm tanks
Hooking and unhooking trucks and trailers
Maintain positive communications with producers, customers, and employees
Represents DFA positively and professionally
Requirements:
Licensing and Certification:
Must have a Class A CDL in state of residence
Must have, or be able to obtain, a tanker endorsement and doubles/triples endorsement
No automatic restrictions
Education and Experience:
High school or equivalent preferred
CDL A driving: 1 year (Required)
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
Must meet MVR requirements, DOT requirements, pre-employment background requirements
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be able to work independently
Must be able to read/write English and basic math skills
Please Note:
DFA will not consider applicants who have incurred a DUI related conviction during the 7-year period preceding the date of application.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Compensation: $27.50-$29.60