CDL A Truck Driver - Amsterdam

Dairy Farmers of America; City of Amsterdam (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Paid vacation

Weekend premium

401(k) match

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a professional truck driver to safely haul raw milk from farms to processing plants. You will work with a team under a rotating schedule and follow dispatch directions.

Requires a valid Class A CDL, tanker endorsement or ability to obtain. High school diploma or GED preferred; 21+; strong English communication and DOT knowledge. DFA offers home daily, vacation, overtime, bonuses, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence.
• Tanker endorsement (or able to obtain).
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA policies.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting, connecting hoses, climbing ladders, and hooking/unhooking trailers.
• Verify load delivery documentation (Load/Seal numbers).
• Disassemble and clean trailer pumps to maintain food-grade cleanliness.
• Represent DFA positively during customer or regulatory interactions.

Skills

CDL experience

DOT compliance

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pay Range

$29-$32/Hour

Overview

"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 & Benefits

• Home daily
• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year) and paid holidays
• Competitive pay - weekend premium, OT available and eligible for bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Schedule

• Rotating Schedule

General Purpose

Safely and efficiently operate 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 Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA Commercial Motor Vehicle, and safety policies
• Perform various physical tasks including lifting, connecting and disconnecting hoses, climbing a ladder and safely hooking and unhooking trucks and trailers.
• Verify proper documentation (Load number/Seal numbers/etc.) to validate load delivery and destination
• Disassemble, clean, and re-assemble trailer pumps to maintain proper cleanliness at a food grade level
• Always represents DFA positively and professionally during interactions with customers, or regulatory personnel

Licensing and Certification

• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence
• Tanker endorsement (or able to obtain)

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Knowledge of DOT rules and safety regulations
• Must meet MVR requirements, DOT requirements, pre-employment background requirements
• Clear English communication (written and verbal)
• Basic math and measurement skillsMust be able to work independently

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans