CDL-A Yard/Plant Driver — Move Trucks & Trailers

Dairy Challenge; Saint George (UT); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is hiring a Class A Yard/Plant Driver to join their team in Utah. You will drive and position trucks and trailers in yards and docks, perform pre/post trip inspections, and assist with loading/unloading and routine maintenance.

Responsibilities include moving trailers, hooking and unhooking units, maintaining logs, and following DFA policies. Requires CDL Class A and tanker endorsement if needed; high school diploma or equivalent; strong safety mindset and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Tractor/trailer experience, within the last five years preferred.
• Must meet minimum age requirements.
• Meet all DOT requirements.
• Meet Dairy Farmers of America Motor Vehicle Record requirements.
• Certification and/or License – Current CDL (Class A) license in state of residence; current tanker endorsement if needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform trailer movement according to prioritization to optimize plant or warehouse efficiencies and production needs.
• Hook, unhook and move trucks to and from the service department and around dock area.
• Spot or position loaded and unloaded trailers at assigned dock space for unloading or loading.
• Connect loaded semitrailers to tractors for the drivers.
• Maintain accurate trailer and inventory movement log.
• Load and unload trailer via forklift or pallet jack.
• Follow steps to ensure proper operation and perform periodic preventive maintenance including pre and post trip inspections of equipment in the area.
• Perform duties required to ensure that assigned area is sanitary and clean.
• Wash exterior of trucks and trailers if appropriate for yard location.
• Complete sales route deliveries and/or over-the-road routes, as needed.
• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety, DOT, and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity and accidents and injuries.
• Attend all driver workshops and training sessions.

Skills

DOT regulations

Safety awareness

Truck/Trailer operation

Communication

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Teamwork

Pre/post trip inspections

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL Class A license

Tank endorsement (if needed)

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is hiring a Class A Yard/Plant Driver to join their team in Utah. You will drive and position trucks and trailers in yards and docks, perform pre/post trip inspections, and assist with loading/unloading and routine maintenance.

Responsibilities include moving trailers, hooking and unhooking units, maintaining logs, and following DFA policies. Requires CDL Class A and tanker endorsement if needed; high school diploma or equivalent; strong safety mindset and