Truck Driver (R.D. Offutt Farms)

R.D Offutt Company night shift Truck Drivers transport product from designated farm bins to customers on local routes.

Responsibilities

• Check vehicles to ensure mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Operate communication equipment to exchange information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage.
• Collect delivery instructions from the trucking office, verifying instructions and routes.
• Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver product.
• Check trailer conditions after unloading to ensure no damage occurred.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks (adding oil, fuel, radiator fluid; minor repairs).
• Verify all load-related documentation is complete and accurate.
• Maneuver trucks into loading/unloading positions, following crew signals and ensuring proper positioning.
• Secure cargo for transport using covers.
• Load and unload trucks, operating special loading-related equipment and other necessary tools.
• Operate remote control for loading and crank hopper arms open/closed for unloading.
• Obtain receipts/signatures for delivered goods and collect payment when required.
• Climb in/out of trucks and stairs multiple times daily.
• Walk on uneven ground at farm locations.
• Follow all safety rules, regulations, and company policies/procedures.
• Maintain a professional image in the presence of customers and community.
• Participate in company-sponsored training to develop skills and knowledge.
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with peers, management, and support resources.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Valid Class A driver’s license.
• Current DOT physical card.
• Maintain daily timekeeping logs, potato load logs, pre- and post-trip inspections, and scale weight tickets.
• Valid work authorization in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Benefits

• Generous night shift differential.
• Excellent benefits package.
• CDL certification reimbursement.
• Paid DOT physical.
• Home daily.
• Newer trucks.
• 24/7 mechanic support.
• No DOT logbooks required.
• Training, development, and growth opportunities.

Pay

$23 - $27 per hour