CDL A Truck Driver - Idaho Falls

Dairy Farmers of America; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k Employer Match

Vacation 144 hours

Home daily

Shift differential & weekend premium

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking drivers to safely transport raw milk from farms to DFA processing plants. You will follow the dispatch schedule, comply with DOT and DFA safety rules, and represent DFA professionally on every shift.

We offer competitive pay with shift differential, medical/dental/vision, 401k match, generous vacation, and home daily driving. Start times range between 10am and noon, with overtime and weekend premiums available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CDL A driving license required.
• Tanker endorsement and doubles/triples endorsement preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to read/write English and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA 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

DOT regulations knowledge

English reading/writing

Basic math

Independent work

Safety-minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL A driving

Tanker endorsement

Doubles/triples endorsement

Job description

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

Schedule:

Tentative Start of Shift is between 10am -Noon

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