Class A CDL Driver

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining a license to drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
• Meting all requirements of Department of Transportation (DOT) at all times.
• Operating and prioritizing safety rules and standards while driving your assigned vehicle.
• Performing pick-up, unload, and safe transport for day old poults or eggs while handling all Company information with complete confidentiality.
• Maintaining a clean vehicle in order to uphold vital Biosecurity and Animal Welfare standards.
• Ensuring timely transport and delivery while using on a predetermined route.
• Ensuring contents are properly secured in truck or flatbed to prevent damage/injury.
• Following a tight delivery schedule while also resting at appropriate times in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Confirming that the contents of each shipment load match the manifest document and obtaining all applicable signatures to confirm and complete deliveries.
• Notifying managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered to include electronic equipment such as Smart phones, E-log tablets, or mechanical issues.
• Demonstrating the ability to understand map reading and route planning utilizing GPS and other routing systems; Maintaining detailed and accurate driving and delivery logs to include electronic logbooks.
• Adhering to company policies, procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations at all times.
• Obeying all applicable traffic laws and driving in safely according to the weather/road conditions.
• Demonstrating excellent attendance as scheduled.
• Assisting with truck or trailer sanitation/wash bay as needed.
• Performing all duties and projects as assigned by direct supervisor.

Qualifications

• Completed High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required with proper endorsements.
• Proven experience of 2+ years in commercial truck driving preferred.
• Clean driving record with no moving violations.
• Acceptable MVR check, pre-employment drug test and PSP background check.
• Demonstrated skill and experience at driving, backing up and parking large, heavy vehicles.
• Ability to operate a manual transmission (preferred).
• Ability to remain alert, focused, and demonstrate attention to detail.
• High physical stamina and focus during long driving shifts.
• Comfortable with long-haul transport.
• Ability to qualify for a U.S. Passport and drive international trips (if applicable for hiring location).
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems.
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn electronic logs.
• Ability or willingness to learn to operate electronic equipment.
• Experienced in Map reading and route planning.
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful.
• High level of composure and stress management.
• Excellent use of active listening and customer service skills.
• Experience working with live animals or egg handling preferred.
• Ability to follow all company regulations pertaining to bio security, animal welfare and safety.