Semi Local CDL Truck Driver

Key Responsibilities

• Follows all driving and safety policies
• Complies with FMCSA and DOT regulations of drivers
• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others
• Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly
• Ensures all standard operating procedures are followed
• Must be able to use a powered pallet jack

Required Experience and Skills

• Must be 21 years or older
• 1+ years of commercial driving experience
• Possesses valid driver’s license including: Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Airbrakes, HAZ-MAT Endorsement, and Tanker Endorsement (company reimburses for training)
• Basic computer and math skills
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions
• Able to learn new skills, problem-solve, and troubleshoot
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful
• Able to learn and complete safety and compliance guidance training
• Must be able to be out from home a minimum of two nights weekly

Preferred Experience

• 2+ years of commercial driving experience
• Forklift experience

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift 60 lbs
• Must be able to sit and remain alert while driving for an aggregate period of up to 11 hours
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, squatting, crouching, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Must be capable to frequently carrying of freight of varying size and shape
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust and chemicals are present
• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays

About the Role

This role is a regional driving position for Land O’Lakes, Inc., a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. The role involves transporting Animal Nutrition products to customers and other locations within an assigned regional area. The trucks are based in Neosho MO, Cedar Falls IA, or Mechanicsburg PA, and the position is part of the Nutra Blend business, which is an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing quality vitamins, trace minerals, micro-ingredients, and antibiotic premixes for the feed industry.