CDL-A Driver: Safe, DOT-Compliant Poultry Hauler

Aviagen Inc; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

EAP

Teladoc service

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

PTO 14 days

Job summary

Aviagen Inc. is seeking highly experienced drivers to operate commercial vehicles in a safe, DOT-compliant manner and to transport live poultry.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, secure loads, document hours and maintenance, and assist with loading/unloading while adhering to all safety policies. Candidates should have a Class A CDL, 6+ years of driving experience, the ability to work unsupervised, and be willing to work nights and long shifts in an outdoor environment with potential odors

Qualifications

• 6+ years driving experience and a valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety policies is required.
• Ability to read and write legibly; basic math skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and long shifts.
• Experience with live poultry tractor-trailer operations preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old and capable of lifting up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all DOT rules and company policies.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and document results.
• Assist with loading/unloading and secure loads for transport.
• Maintain logs and trip records accurately.
• Work nights, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Report maintenance issues to supervisor and keep truck clean.

Skills

Driving experience

Age 21+

CDL Class A

DOT regulations

Literacy

Self-motivation

Ethical conduct

High school diploma

Live poultry transport

Basic math

Safety compliance

Outside work

Long shifts

Lift 75 lbs

Odor exposure

Noise exposure

Night/weekend shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aviagen Inc. is seeking highly experienced drivers to operate commercial vehicles in a safe, DOT-compliant manner and to transport live poultry.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, secure loads, document hours and maintenance, and assist with loading/unloading while adhering to all safety policies. Candidates should have a Class A CDL, 6+ years of driving experience, the ability to work unsupervised, and be willing to work nights and long shifts in an outdoor environment with potential odors