CDL A Truck Driver

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is hiring a Cdl Truck Driver in Salt Lake City, UT. The role involves safely operating tanker trailers to transport milk from farms to processing plants, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and performing quality control measures. Candidates must have a Class A CDL, meet DOT requirements, and have experience driving a commercial vehicle.

Benefits

401k Employer Match

Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)

Competitive pay including shifts and weekends

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A CDL in state of residence.
• Must be able to obtain a tanker endorsement and doubles/triples endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tank trailers to transport raw milk.
• Comply with DOT and safety policies.
• Conduct quality control and maintain vehicle.

Skills

Knowledge of DOT procedures

Basic math skills

Ability to read/write English

Education

High school or equivalent preferred

CDL A driving: 1 year

Job description

We Haul Wholesome" at Dairy Farmers of America - the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy food processor within the United States. Our drivers transport raw milk from farm to processing plants. We are passionate about the farmer-owners, the dairy industry, and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products.

Pay and Benefits :

• Competitive pay - shift differential, weekend premium, OT available
• 401k Employer Match
• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)

Schedule : Starting at 4PM-5PM (afternoon shift)

General Purpose :

Safely and efficiently operate Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) tank trailers to transport raw milk from farm or depot to plant. Drive over a variety of streets, highways and rural access roads. The driver must follow the dispatch schedule and directions from the driver supervisors.

Drivers are required to take quality control samples at farms, measure the milk loaded into trailers, and minimize the truck idle times and conserve fuel consumption. We expect our drivers to operate safely and legally at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA Commercial Motor Vehicle, and safety policies
• Some strenuous work involving lifting, connecting hoses, disconnecting hoses
• Ladder climbing to access the top of tank trailers and farm tanks
• Hooking and unhooking trucks and trailers
• Maintain positive communications with producers, customers, and employees
• Represents DFA positively and professionally

Licensing and Certification :

• Must have a Class A CDL in state of residence
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a tanker endorsement and doubles / triples endorsement
• No automatic restrictions

Education and Experience :

• High school or equivalent preferred
• CDL A driving : 1 year (Required)

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
• Must meet MVR requirements, DOT requirements, pre-employment background requirements
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be able to read / write English and basic math skills

Please Note :

DFA will not consider applicants who have incurred a DUI related conviction during the 7-year period preceding the date of application.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled / Veterans

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Cdl Truck Driver • Salt Lake City, UT, US