Transportation Driver (Tier II)
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. · Dallas, TX · 3 wk ago
ManagementInternship
Responsibilities
- Drive truck over established route to deliver the product at customer locations.
- Perform Motor Vehicle Inspections on trucks to conform to DOT regulations and company policy and assist with routine maintenance on trucks.
- Exhibit courteousness toward customers, work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors, maintain a neat appearance, and follow established policies and direction of management.
- Maintain vehicle and hours of service logs as required by DOT.
- Maintain reliable attendance and consistent work hours.
- Operate a handheld computer.
- Operate a powered lift truck (pallet jack).
Qualifications & Experience
- English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be beneficial based on business necessity.
- Minimum 1-2 years of verifiable experience driving Class A commercial vehicle preferred.
- Must be able to pass a D.O.T. Physical and Drug Screen.
- Must have a good driving record, according to company requirements. Must Pass clearinghouse.
- Minimum Age: 21, as per Federal D.O.T. regulations.
- Experience in food/beverage product delivery and customer service preferred.
- Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately record data required.
- Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.
- Must be able to work independently.
- Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication skills required.
- Must be organized and detail-oriented.
- Must have Class A commercial driver’s license with Air Brake endorsement (must also possess a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with FMCSA Part 391.41 prior to operating a commercial motor vehicle for the company).
Physical Demand/Working Conditions
- Must be able to frequently stand, walk, kneel, reach, climb, pull, and bend.
- Must be able to routinely lift over 60 pounds and push/pull up to 300 pounds with a handheld hook.
- Will be required to work in very hot (100°+) and very cool (less than 32°) environments throughout the year.
- Will also be required to work outside most of the time, regardless of the conditions.
Benefits
- Free discount programs (i.e., Employee Assistance Program, CityPass) upon hire date.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance after 30 days.
- Floating Holiday(s) after 60 days.
- Competitive retirement plan after 6 months.
- FMLA after 1 year.
Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday (Off Tuesday & Sunday)
8-10 hours a day
Start time: Anywhere from 4AM to 8AM