CDL A Truck Driver - Smithfield

Dairy Farmers of America; Smithfield (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k Employer Match

Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)

Home daily

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking drivers to transport raw milk safely and efficiently. Candidates must have a Class A CDL and at least one year of driving experience. Responsibilities include operating tank trailers, taking quality control samples, and maintaining communication with farm producers.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits are offered, alongside competitive pay and generous vacation time. Come be part of a team dedicated to supporting farmers and providing safe dairy products to consumers.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A CDL in state of residence.
• 1 year of CDL A driving experience required.
• Must be able to read/write English.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial motor vehicle per DOT and DFA policies.
• Lift and connect hoses as part of the loading process.
• Communicate positively with producers and customers.

Skills

Knowledge of DOT procedures

Ability to work independently

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Reading and writing English

Education

High school or equivalent preferred

Tools

Commercial motor vehicle

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 requirementsMust 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