2nd Shift Yard/Plant Driver (Non-CDL) | $24.25/hr

dfa; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Garelick Farms, part of Dairy Farmers of America, is hiring a 2nd Shift Driver-Yard/Plant Non-CDL. The role operates shuttles for trailers between facilities, adhering to DOT and DFA guidelines.

This position offers a $24.25/hour base plus a $1.50/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates. Shifts run 3rd shift 10 PM to 6:30 AM Sunday through Thursday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience driving or shuttling tractor trailers preferred.
• Must meet minimum age requirements.
• Must meet DFA/MVR requirements.
• Must meet all DOT requirements.
• Driver's license or operator's permit for at least 3 years prior to application.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA rules, regulations, and safety practices.
• Receive instructions via radio and perform shuttle duties to accommodate logistics.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report malfunctions.
• Document all trailer moves in the system or move sheet and submit at shift end.
• Fuel the yard truck as needed and perform coupling/ uncoupling of tractors.
• Connect and disconnect brake lines and perform safety inspections per DOT.
• Complete all paperwork and maintain equipment securely at shift end.
• Communicate effectively and maintain good relations with staff and supervisor.
• Attend driver workshops and training sessions and represent DFA professionally.

Skills

DOT knowledge

Effective communication

Teamwork

Punctual

Read/write English

Math skills

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Garelick Farms, part of Dairy Farmers of America, is hiring a 2nd Shift Driver-Yard/Plant Non-CDL. The role operates shuttles for trailers between facilities, adhering to DOT and DFA guidelines.

This position offers a $24.25/hour base plus a $1.50/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates. Shifts run 3rd shift 10 PM to 6:30 AM Sunday through Thursday.