CDL A Driver

Overview

"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 & Benefits:

• Home daily
• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year) and paid holidays
• Competitive pay - weekend premium, OT available and eligible for bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

S chedule:

• Rotating Schedule

General Purpose:

• Safely and efficiently operate 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 Responsibilities:

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA Commercial Motor Vehicle, and safetypolicies
• Perform various physical tasks including lifting, connecting and disconnecting hoses, climbing a ladder and safely hooking and unhooking trucks and trailers.
• Verify proper documentation (Load number/Seal numbers/etc.) to validate load delivery and destination
• Disassemble, clean, and re-assemble trailer pumps to maintain proper cleanliness at a food grade level
• Always represents DFA positively and professionally during interactions with customers, or regulatory personnel

Licensing and Certification:

• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence
• Tanker endorsement (or able to obtain )

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Knowledge of DOT rules and safety regulations
• Must meet MVR requirements, DOT requirements, pre-employment backgroundrequirements
• Clear English communication (written and verbal)
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Must be able to workindependently

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Salary:
$29-$32/Hour