Jockey Driver

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (e.g., tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, hoses).
• Ensure secure load before movement.
• Maintain proper documentation (e.g., equipment, time, trips, weight).
• Clean and wash the truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, company policies, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with a 1-year verifiable satisfactory driving record (preferred).
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State, and Federal Laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous live poultry tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.
• Follow Department of Transportation, State and Federal laws, and company safety policies and programs.
• Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Physical Requirements

• Work in an outside environment (including inclement weather) daily.
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours and climb in and out of truck cab throughout shift.
• Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.
• Work in a noisy environment (>85 decibels) and around moving equipment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if applicable.