CDL A Truck Driver-St. Albans
Dairy Farmers of America · St Albans, VT · Today
$29–$32/hrInternship
Pay
$29–$32/hour; weekend premium, overtime available, and eligible for bonuses.
Benefits
- Home daily
- Generous vacation (144 hours in the first year) and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Schedule
Rotating schedule.
About the role
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 while following the dispatch schedule and driver supervisor directions. Take quality control samples at farms, measure loaded milk, and minimize truck idle time and fuel consumption. Represent DFA positively and professionally during customer and regulatory interactions.
Responsibilities
- Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA Commercial Motor Vehicle, and safety policies
- Perform 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 reassemble trailer pumps to maintain food-grade cleanliness
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
- At least 21 years of age
- Knowledge of DOT rules and safety regulations
- Must meet MVR and DOT requirements; pass pre-employment background check
- Clear English communication (written and verbal)
- Basic math and measurement skills
- Ability to work independently