CDL Driver III - PA/DE - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Adrian, PA

FS System; Adrian (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated CDL Driver III to ensure timely delivery and pick-up of agronomy and energy products. This role involves operating various vehicle configurations while adhering to safety standards and promoting excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will possess a CDL license and have experience in vehicle operation, with a focus on maintaining professionalism and compliance with DOT regulations. Join a cooperative that values growth and customer satisfaction, and be part of a team committed to excellence in the agricultural sector.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma and 2+ years of related work experience.
• Must have a valid CDL license with required endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles safely for delivery and pick-up of products.
• Perform daily safety checks and maintain a clean truck.

Skills

CDL License

Vehicle Operation

Customer Service

Safety Standards Compliance

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Tractor Trailer

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CDL Driver III - PA/DE - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Adrian, PA

GROWMARK FS is headquartered in Milford, Delaware with branches in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. GROWMARK FS has about 500 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 13,000 customers. The cooperative does business in seed, agronomy, energy, crop protection, precision agriculture, and custom application. GROWMARK FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Operates a single, tandem or multi-axle configuration truck for delivery and/or pick-up of agronomy and/or energy products following specified time schedules to/from the company locations or customer locations to achieve profitable business growth.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Operates all assigned vehicles, single, tandem, or multi axle configurations, forklifts, etc. in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.
2. Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.
3. Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck to present a professional appearance.
4. Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars by hand or by forklift truck.
5. When loading, ensures loads are evenly balanced and distributed from the front of the trailer to the back and from side to side, as well checks axle weights and loads them in accordance with the DOT regulations.
6. Ensures that all deliveries and pickups are made in accordance with time schedules and performs duties in a manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism within the company and the industry.
7. Ensures that all associated documentation, such as bill of ladings, delivery slips, and invoices are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day in order to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices.
8. Completes necessary paperwork, including accurate logbooks, records of cargo and any other assigned record-keeping duties on a daily basis.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Responsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards, adheres to the company Uniform Policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.
2. Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
3. Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

1. Normally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof, and 2 years or more of related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate tractor trailer or tender truck equipment and to meet company and DOT standards.
2. Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
3. Must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements (tanker) and any other applicable certification, license or permit, valid medical card and satisfactory driving record, as applicable.
4. Ability to operate single, tandem and multi-axle vehicles.
5. Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.
6. Must be able to obtain and maintain other applicable certifications, licenses, and permits.
7. Occasionally exposed or required to extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.), noisy conditions, working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures, may be required to work at varying heights, and lift 51 - 70 lbs.
8. Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.