TT Driver- CDL Class A

TT (Tractor Trailer) DriverClover Farms Dairy has been in business for over 80 years bringing fresh pasteurized milk from Pennsylvania dairy farms to our local community!We are looking for an experienced tractor trailer truck driver to serve our transportation and supply chain logistics department in a safe and timely manner.POSITION: TT (Tractor Trailer) DRIVERThe TT Relief Driver (Tractor Trailer) is responsible for performing drop-and-hook tractor trailer moves between company locations. This role ensures timely and safe transportation of trailers while maintaining full compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.CDL CLASS A REQUIREDSchedule and jobs will vary from week to week.LocationReporting from:Jersey City, NJPrimary destination:Reading, PA$27.68/hr.The CDL Class A Affiliate Driver position will consist of transporting full and empty loads from Jersey City, NJ to Reading, PA daily. The candidate must have a clean CDL Class A license and valid medical card. The candidate will be employed by an affiliate company of Cream-O-Land located in Reading, PA: Clover Farms Dairy.This is a Union position, and the candidate must join the Teamsters Local Union No. 429 located in Wyomissing, PA 19610 after completing a 90-day probationary period. Health Benefits, Pension and 401K will be available after successfully joining the union. Starting pay rate for this position is $27.68 per hour plus overtime after 40 hours.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperate Class A 45ft or 53ft tractor-trailer in accordance with company policies, procedures, and all applicable DOT regulationsEnsure timely and accurate delivery of products to various customer locationsPerform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and roadworthinessSecure loads for transport, ensuring all freight is properly loaded and safely secured prior to departureCommunicate effectively with dispatchers, supervisors, and other team members to support daily operationsAccurately complete, maintain, and submit all required logs, reports, and paperwork before the end of each shiftOperate with flexibility, as daily routes and schedules are subject to change based on operational and routing needsQualifications & RequirementsValid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) (required)Current DOT medical cardKnowledge of and strict adherence to DOT Hours of Service (HOS) regulationsClean driving record in accordance with company and insurance standardsAbility to perform drop-and-hook operations safely and efficientlyAbility to work flexible schedules as needed to support operationsPrevious tractor trailer driving experience preferredPhysical RequirementsAbility to climb in and out of tractor multiple times per shiftAbility to perform vehicle inspections, including bending, reaching, and walking around equipmentComplianceMust comply with all DOT regulations, company safety policies, and applicable transportation lawsBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingFlexible spending accountHealth insurancePaid time offPension PlanFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Safety Shoe AllowanceCompany Provided UniformsUnion Membership Eligibility after 3 monthsNote: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are proud to be an equal opportunity, drug-free employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or age.