CDL Truck Driver

Vermont Creamery, L.L.C.; Neosho (MO); On-site; USD 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a CDL Truck Driver, where you will play a crucial role in transporting agricultural products across various locations. This position offers a competitive annual salary and the opportunity to work within a supportive environment focused on safety and compliance. As a key member of the logistics team, you will ensure timely deliveries while adhering to all regulations. If you are a dedicated driver with a valid CDL and a commitment to safety, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career with a reputable company in the agricultural sector.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid CDL in good standing with Haz-Mat endorsement.
• Extensive knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation safety is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport and deliver freight using diesel-powered trucks.
• Maintain compliance with all DOT and safety regulations.

Skills

Valid CDL

Haz-Mat endorsement

Knowledge of diesel tractor/trailer operation

FMCSA/DOT regulations knowledge

Transportation safety knowledge

Ability to drive for up to 11 hours

Manual transmission operation

Job description

CDL Truck Driver Job Description

Pay: $60,375 annually - Bi-Weekly pay.

Shift & Working Hours: Monday – Friday, Day shift: Minimum 2 nights required weekly.

In this role, you will be a key member of our Land O’Lakes, Inc. DOT team, transporting and delivering freight safely and efficiently using diesel-powered tractor-trailer combinations. Deliveries will include farms, feed mills, feedlots, and various distribution centers. Trucks for this role will be based out of Neosho, MO.

As a CDL Class A Driver, you will oversee the entire process from pickup to delivery, ensuring compliance with all DOT and safety regulations while maintaining the required records for State and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely transport and deliver freight by driving diesel-powered tractor-trailer combinations to farms, feed mills, feedlots, and various distribution centers from Neosho, MO.
• Be responsible for load from pick up to delivery.
• Follow all DOT and safety regulations.
• Maintain records required for compliance with State and federal regulations including driver's logs, records of fuel purchase, mileage reports, and other records required by law.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Valid CDL, active and in good standing.
• Haz-Mat endorsement.
• Extensive knowledge of diesel tractor/trailer operation, FMCSA/DOT regulations, and transportation safety.
• Ability to sit and remain alert while driving for up to 11 hours at a time.
• Ability to shift manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
• Capable of occasional squatting and crouching to handle and position freight.
• Regularly required to push, pull, and carry freight of varying sizes and shapes.
• Willing to complete required safety and compliance training.
• Availability to be out for a minimum of two nights weekly.

Physical Requirements:

This role requires physical activity and alertness while driving and handling freight. Candidates must:

• Be able to sit and remain alert while driving for up to 11 hours.
• Perform occasional squatting and crouching to handle and position freight.
• Frequently push, pull, and carry freight of varying sizes and shapes.

This role is part of our WinField United business, which supplies agricultural inputs, expertise, and technology to our member-owners and other partners.

Grade: E3