CDL Livestock Transport Specialist

Passel Farms; Osceola (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Passel Farms in Osceola, IA seeks a dedicated transport driver responsible for safe transportation and timely delivery of pigs. You will connect and operate truck/trailer, perform pre/post trip checks, and maintain logs with attention to bio-security and animal welfare.

Ideal candidates hold a CDL, DOT medical card, experience with livestock, and a valid insurable license. This full-time role includes a company vehicle for business use and a monthly cell phone stipend.

Qualifications

• CDL required and two years' experience preferred.
• DOT Medical card required.
• Experience working with livestock preferred.
• Insurable driver’s license required with company vehicle.
• Personal cell phone with monthly reimbursement stipend.

Responsibilities

• Safely connects truck/trailer and delivers pigs to and from specified locations.
• Loads pigs onto trailer and unloads pigs at scheduled location with care and concern for the welfare and quality of the animal.
• Properly uses PPE in compliance with job and site protocols.
• Manages maintenance, service and inspection of truck and trailer.
• Prioritizes workload in efficient manner.
• Performs detailed pre/post trip and reports of deficiencies to maintenance and transportation manager.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and bio-secure location to store supplies inside their vehicle such as shoe covers, coveralls, and other items.
• Documents and maintain accurate mileage sheets, pre-trip inspection, logbooks when applicable, and other paperwork as needed.
• Records head count and weight using our software for record keeping.
• Checks routinely and maintains trailer brakes, battery and breakaway device.
• Adjusts trailers to environmental conditions and can include paneling of trailers or adding chains to tires.
• Fuels and prepares truck and trailer before heading out to load.
• Maintains TQA+ certification and DOT requirements.
• Completes safety training timely.
• Follows all Animal Welfare policies and practices and informs management of any violations by staff.
• Follows bio-security measures according to Bio-Security Policy, including visitor access, sanitation, and disease prevention measures.
• Follows all safety rules and practices and ensures others do the same.
• Supports, promotes, and adheres to policies, procedures, and values of Passel Farms and industry standards.
• Regular, punctual and consistent attendance is essential for this position.
• Other duties as may be assigned to fulfill responsibilities of this position and support team goals.

Skills

CDL

Livestock handling

Safety-conscious

Job description

Passel Farms in Osceola, IA seeks a dedicated transport driver responsible for safe transportation and timely delivery of pigs. You will connect and operate truck/trailer, perform pre/post trip checks, and maintain logs with attention to bio-security and animal welfare.

Ideal candidates hold a CDL, DOT medical card, experience with livestock, and a valid insurable license. This full-time role includes a company vehicle for business use and a monthly cell phone stipend.