CDL A- Truck Driver - Heyburn

Dairy Farmers of America; Heyburn (ID); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Employer Match

Generous vacation

Home daily

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Heyburn, Idaho is seeking a CDL A driver to safely operate DFA tank trailers, transporting raw milk from farms to processing plants. You will follow dispatch schedules, maintain safety and regulatory compliance, and work with supervisors to meet daily milk transport targets.

Requirements include a CDL A with tanker endorsement, 1 year experience, ability to read/write English, and willingness to work a shift with possible OT.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

CDL A driving

DOT knowledge

MVR compliance

Independent work

English reading/writing

Education

High school or equivalent

CDL A driving: 1 year (Required)

Job description

Overview

• Competitive pay - shift differential, weekend premium, OT available


• 401k Employer Match


• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)

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 And Benefits

• Competitive pay - shift differential, weekend premium, OT available


• Medical, Dental, Vision


• 401k Employer Match


• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)


• Home daily

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 3-year period preceding the date of application.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

$28-$31