CDL Driver-Live Haul

Case Farms, Inc.; Farmerville (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Case Farms, Inc. seeks a CDL Class A driver in Louisiana to join our transport team. You will perform pre-trip inspections, load and unload, ensure secure loads, and maintain logs while complying with DOT regulations.

The role requires 21+ years old, a valid CDL with 1 year driving record, basic math, and the ability to work unsupervised. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with 1-year verifiable driving record.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Basic math functions and skills.
• Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e., tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, hoses, etc.).
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary.
• Ensure secure load before movement.
• Maintain proper documentation (e.g., equipment, time, trips, weight).
• Clean and wash truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT regulations knowledge

Reading and writing

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e., tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, hoses, etc.).
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary.
• Ensure secure load before movement.
• Maintain proper documentation (e.g., equipment, time, trips, weight).
• Clean and wash truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with 1-year verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous live poultry tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.
• Follow Department of Transportation, State and Federal laws, and company safety policies and programs.
• Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if applicable.

• Work in outside environment (including inclement weather) daily.
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours, and climb in and out of the truck cab throughout the shift.
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.
• Work in a noisy environment (>85 decibels) and around moving equipment.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.

Case Farms is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmitive Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Case Farms participates in the E-Verify system and uses tools made available by the federal government to confirm employment eligibility of all team members. Persons offered employment are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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