CDL Truck Driver

Minnesotaturkey; Willmar, Northern (MN, KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company match

401K with match

PTO accrual

Personal days

Holiday pay

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Headstart Hatching is hiring a CDL Driver in Willmar, Minnesota. The role focuses on transporting day-old poults, eggs, and feed while maintaining strict bio-security and animal welfare standards.

You will load, unload, and deliver on schedule, adhering to DOT regulations and company policies. Applicants should have a valid CDL and at least 2 years of commercial driving experience; a high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read, write, comprehend and follow English instructions.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safe driving practices.
• Experience operating large/heavy vehicles and driving manual transmissions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport day-old poults, eggs, and feed safely and on schedule.
• Load and unload trucks while maintaining cleanliness and bio-security.
• Maintain delivery logs and route plans, follow hatchery manager directions.
• Comply with DOT regulations and weather/road conditions.
• Keep vehicle clean and report maintenance needs promptly.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Time management

Problem solving

Driving large vehicles

Direction sense

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS routing systems

MS Office

Job description

https://www.life-scienceinnovations.com/employment/#openings

Company Email:

[e-mail]

Location Type:

Onsite

Employment Type:

Full Time

Company Description:

Who We Are:Headstart Hatching is the first turkey hatchery in the world to hatch commercial poults with immediate access to feed and water from the moment the hatchling leaves the egg and throughout their stay from hatch to the farm. This industry-changing technology will eventually be shared with the world, but first we are going to put it to good use for our region’s benefit. Located in Willmar, MN, we are part of a family of companies that have made this place our home for over 75 years, and Headstart Hatching is the next (and not last) company we have committed to building here.

Full Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSEThis position is responsible for transporting agricultural products including but not limited to day old poults, egg delivery, and feed in a timely and safe manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transporting day old poults & eggs.
• Responsible for loading and unloading trucks
• Within this process will be the expectation of consistent cleanliness, animal welfare standards and bio-security policies being upheld.
• CDL Driver carries out all directives in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws.
• All Company information will be handled with complete confidentiality.
• Follow the directions of the Hatchery Manager
• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned vehicle.
• Fully licensed to drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
• Ensure contents are properly secured in truck, flatbed to prevent damage/injury.
• Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries.
• Stay on predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery.
• Confirm that the contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document.
• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean.
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered.
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times.
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions.
• Comply with DOT regulations.
• Make safety a priority at all times

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge

• Knowledge of preventative maintenance and repairs;
• Knowledge of DOT regulations
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems.
• Map reading and route planning experience.
• Skilled at driving, backing and parking large, heavy vehicles.

Skills

• Communication skills to effectively work with a variety of people, supervisors, employees and departments
• Exceptional customer service while maintaining a high level of professionalism in all interactions.
• Time management and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and positive demeanor
• Problem solving skills
• Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
• An innate sense of direction
• General skills using MS products (i.e., Word, Excel, and Outlook) and a basic understanding of computer hardware

Abilities

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow verbal & written instructions in English
• Ability to read and interpret company policies and procedures
• Ability to read maps and plan appropriate routes
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently, under limited supervision
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn electronic logs.
• Ability or willingness to learn to operate electronic equipment
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Experience

• 2+ years proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred.
• Ability to operate a manual transmission (preferred).

Education/Credentials

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required with proper endorsements.

Benefits

Benefits at Headstart Hatching:We are proud to offer a generous benefit package in addition to competitive compensation. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance options, a Health Savings Account with company match, 401K plan with company match up to 4% of your compensation, PTO accrual, two personal days per year, holiday pay, company paid short- and long-term disability, and company paid life insurance.Pay rate: $ $21.54 - $26.92This is a full-time jobBiggest benefit is working with a great group of people!