CDL A Truck Driver-Shoreham

Dairy Farmers of America; Shoreham (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Vacation time (144 hours, 1st year)

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in Vermont (Shoreham) seeks a CDL A driver to haul raw milk from farms to processing plants. Home daily, rotating schedule, and strong safety culture are emphasized.

You will perform quality checks, load measurements, and fuel conservation while maintaining accurate records. DFA offers benefits including vacation, 401(k) match, and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Clear English communication (written and verbal).
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Must be able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in DOT-compliant manner.
• Perform physical tasks: lifting, connecting hoses, climbing ladders, hook/unhook trailers.
• Verify load documentation (load numbers, seal numbers).
• Disassemble/clean trailer pumps to maintain food-grade cleanliness.

Skills

Clear English communication

Basic math & measurement

Independent worker

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 CDL 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 skills
• Must be able to work independently

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans