CDL-A Truck Driver - Jerome

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Twin Falls, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with shift diferencial

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k Employer Match

Generous vacation 144 hours

Home daily

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking a driver to operate DFA tank trailers, transporting raw milk from farms to processing plants in Idaho. You will follow dispatch schedules, perform safe driving, and maintain quality control samples as required.

The role requires a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement; doubles/triples endorsement preferred. This is a home-daily, full-time position offering competitive pay, OT opportunities, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Class A CDL in residence state
• Tanker endorsement and doubles/triples endorsement required or ability to obtain
• Minimum 1 year of CDL A driving experience
• Ability to read, write English and perform basic math

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA safety policies
• Take quality control samples at farms and measure milk loaded
• Minimize idle times and conserve fuel
• Maintain positive communications with producers, customers, and employees
• Represent DFA positively and professionally

Skills

CDL A driving

DOT regulations knowledge

English literacy

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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

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