Driver III
Aviagen · Watertown, NY · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
CWT Farms International is seeking highly experienced Drivers to operate commercial motor vehicles safely and in compliance with DOT, state, and federal regulations.
Responsibilities
- Comply with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
- Perform and document pre-trip inspections (e.g., tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, hoses)
- Assist with loading and unloading trailers as necessary
- Ensure secure load before movement
- Maintain proper documentation (e.g., equipment, time, trips, weight)
- Clean and wash truck as needed
- Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor
- Adhere to all DOT safety rules, company policies, and local, state, and federal laws
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Requirements
- 6+ years of driving experience
- Minimum 21 years of age
- Valid Class 'A' CDL with 1 year verifiable satisfactory driving record
- Knowledge of DOT, state, and federal laws
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions
- Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous live poultry tractor trailer driving experience
- Willingness to work in an outside environment, including inclement weather, raw/live animal odors, and noisy conditions (>85 decibels)
- Ability to sit and drive for up to 10 hours, climb in/out of truck cab, and lift up to 75 lbs
- Work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Teladoc services
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Paid holidays and 14 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, prorated based on hire date