CDL Tractor Trailer Driver

Walther Farms; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Walther Farms in Maricopa, Arizona is seeking a qualified truck driver to operate semi tractor-trailer trucks within the designated area. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, assisting with loading operations, and maintaining a clean driving record.

Applicants must hold a valid Class A CDL and have at least 12 months of verifiable driving experience. The role also requires physical capability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs and the flexibility to work on weekends across various shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 12 months driving experience with vehicle over 26,001 lbs.
• Ability to pass drug testing and maintain clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Drive semi tractor-trailer truck within specified destinations.
• Perform preventive maintenance on the assigned fleet vehicle.
• Assist farm personnel at loading areas as required.

Skills

Class A CDL

Navigation Skills

Preventive Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Primary Duties

Worker will drive a semi tractor‑trailer truck to/from specified destinations within the area of intended employment; maneuver trucks into and out of loading and unloading positions.

Driver will perform duties in both on‑road (paved) and off‑road conditions. The worker must possess the ability to successfully operate in rough and adverse off‑road conditions and to drive the truck underneath the harvester boom safely, as instructed by the harvester driver.

The worker must have the ability to read a map, understand directions, use GPS, and successfully navigate to a specific location; complete electronic log (training will be provided, if needed) and/or paper logs when required.

Regularly climb up and down, on, into and out of tractor and trailers; complete pre‑trip and post‑trip inspection and ELOGs/paperwork for trucks and trailers.

Perform all preventive maintenance duties on assigned fleet vehicle: grease fifth wheel, lube zerk fittings, wheel hubs, change oil, along with oil and air filters, and replace windshield wipers; assist with reactive maintenance on assigned fleet vehicle, including troubleshooting and repairing minor electrical problems (such as blown fuses, marker lights, tag lights and headlights), replace damaged landing gear legs, sand pads and crank handles, air lines and be willing and able to learn internal trailer wall patch and repair.

Driver should possess the willingness and ability to change a truck or trailer tire, perform or learn brake system maintenance, including replacing brake drums, shoes/pads, brake chambers, and slack adjusters.

Driver is responsible for daily, weekly and monthly surface and deep cleanings of assigned fleet vehicle, including exterior, chassis, engine area and trailers. Truck/trailer wash will largely be done by the driver through the use of company‑provided pressure washers at the terminal area or at farm locations, though some exceptions may be granted for commercial facility use on a limited basis.

Worker may also operate pull tractor to aid in the extraction of tractors and/or trailers that have become stuck in sand, mud, snow, grass, etc., and will operate a hosteling truck to jockey trailers and/or form loading lines for filling and weighing purposes.

Driver must be willing and able to assist farm personnel at the loading area and shipping line as required. These duties could include but are not limited to: standing on the sorting line to remove unsatisfactory potatoes, rocks and other foreign material, shoveling dirt, debris and unusable potatoes that have been discarded from the shipping line process, and moving trailers into and out of loading bays as required.

Workers must be willing to learn and assist in the installation and removal of seasonal trailer ventilation systems, including installing and removing tubes, connecting and disconnecting ducts from trailers, and learning to operate assigned generators and air conditioning equipment.

Qualifications

The employer requires that a successful applicant possess a valid Class Ax CDL or equivalent as a condition of employment. Workers must maintain a valid CDL and a clean driving record throughout employment and comply with applicable requirements of the United States Department of Transportation regulations.

A clean driving record has no disqualifying factors under applicable law or under employer's motor vehicle insurance policy. Examples of disqualifying factors include but are not limited to conviction for driving under the influence, driving while impaired or the occurrence of a serious at‑fault accident.

Must be able to be trained to complete employer's and USDOT‑mandated forms, use of electronic logging devices, including work field, vehicle inspection and mileage records and perform basic arithmetic calculations as required.

This job requires a minimum of 12 months of verifiable prior experience driving/servicing the combination of a tractor unit and semitrailer, or a 3‑axle or greater straight chassis tractor with a GVWR rating of greater than 26,001 lbs. with a trailer. Applicants must be able to furnish verifiable job reference(s) or comparable third‑party documentation from recent employer(s) establishing acceptable prior experience.

Workers must be able to perform all duties with accuracy and efficiency. Saturday and Sunday work required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs.

Employer‑paid pre‑employment and post‑hire random, upon suspicion and post‑accident drug testing required. Clean driving record required. Must have and maintain a valid Class Ax CDL or equivalent. Must be willing to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift hours, including weekends.