CDL A Truck Driver-St. Albans

dfa; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Vacation time (144 hours)

Weekend premium & bonuses

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is seeking CDL drivers to safely operate tank trailers transporting raw milk from farms to processing plants. This role relies on strict adherence to DOT and DFA safety standards while maintaining efficient delivery schedules.

We offer home daily routes, substantial vacation time, weekend premium, OT eligibility, and a 401(k) with company match along with comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage. Join DFA to support farmer-owners and the dairy supply chain.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA policies.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting, connecting and disconnecting hoses, climbing a ladder and hooking/unhooking trucks/trailers.
• Verify load documentation (Load number/Seal numbers) to validate delivery.
• Disassemble, clean, and re-assemble trailer pumps to maintain cleanliness at a food-grade level.
• Represent DFA positively and professionally during interactions with customers or regulatory personnel.

Skills

DOT rules

Safe driving

English fluency

Math skills

Independence

Education

High School diploma or GED

FMCSA-approved driving school

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 fromfarmtoprocessingplants. We are passionate aboutthe 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 efficientlyoperate DFA tank trailers to transport raw milk fromfarmordepotto plant. Drive over a variety of streets,highwaysand rural access roads.The driver must follow the dispatch schedule and directions from the driver supervisors.

CDL Driversare required totake quality control samples at farms, measure the milk loaded into trailers, and minimize thetruckidle 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 safetypolicies
• 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 backgroundrequirements
• Clear English communication (written and verbal)
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Must be able to workindependently

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans