CDL A Truck Driver-St. Albans

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; St. Albans, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Vacation 144 hours, 1st Year

Weekend premium, OT available

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is seeking CDL drivers to safely haul raw milk from farm to processing plants. You will operate DFA tank trailers according to dispatch schedules, perform quality control sampling at farms, and work to minimize idle time while conserving fuel.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL, tanker endorsement, and a focus on safety, accuracy, and professionalism in all customer and regulatory interactions. Benefits include paid time off, insurance, and retirement matching.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Knowledge of DOT rules and safety regulations.
• Clear English communication (written and verbal).
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Must be able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and safety policies.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting, connecting hoses and inspecting trailers.
• Verify documentation (Load numbers/Seal numbers) for delivery validation.
• Disassemble and clean trailer pumps to maintain cleanliness at a food-grade level.
• Represent DFA positively during interactions with customers or regulatory personnel.

Skills

CDL driving

DOT compliance

English communication

Basic math

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or GED

1+ year CDL experience

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 produc ts.

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 skillsMust be able to workindependently

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans