Container Driver

Adams-Trucking-Inc; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams Group in California is seeking a professional Class A truck driver to deliver shipping containers to the Oakland port and other Adams Group facilities. You will follow safety protocols, communicate clearly with the team, and maintain logs and pre/post-trip inspections.

Required: valid Class A CDL, TWIC card, at least 2 years of verifiable truck driving experience, clean driving record, and ability to operate tractor/trailer combinations over 24 tons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of truck driving experience.
• Valid Class A CDL with clean driving record.
• TWIC Card required for port drayage operations.
• Experience with heavy-duty tractor-trailer operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver shipping containers to the Oakland port and other Adams Group facilities.
• Safely operate tractor-trailer combinations over 24 tons.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Adhere to safety procedures and company policies at all times.
• Promptly report issues, incidents, or safety concerns.

Skills

Strong communication

Safety protocols

Operate heavy-duty trucks

Pre-trip inspections

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class A CDL

TWIC Card

Tools

Samsara ELD

Kenworth T800 experience

Job description

About Adams GroupAdams Group is a fifth-generation, family-owned specialty food company built on over 110 years of a simple but powerful belief: good food starts with good people. Founded on the principle of doing the right thing, we've grown to become the most trusted provider of high-quality specialty grains, oils, and seeds—delivering quality ingredients from seed to shelf.Rooted in trusted farmer partnerships and vertically integrated operations, we combine agricultural expertise with intentional innovation to deliver specialty at scale. Our commitment to quality, sustainability, and integrity isn't just what we do—it's who we are.Our Legacy of InnovationWhile we stay true to our values, our success across five generations comes from our entrepreneurial spirit and ability to adapt to the needs of a changing food landscape. Embodying the spirit of California, we push boundaries, pioneer new standards, and create better-for-all alternatives that nourish people from infancy to adulthood.More Than a Job—A PurposeAt Adams Group, we offer more than careers; we offer the opportunity to be part of something meaningful. Whether you're producing high-quality ingredients, supporting sustainable practices, or building trusted relationships across our global network, your work helps nourish lives and communities across generations.We care deeply for our people, build strong relationships with our partners, deliver consistently for our customers, and enrich the communities we serve. Together, we're elevating industry standards and making a lasting impact on the world.Join Our StoryCome be part of a legacy where good starts with you. At Adams Group, you don't just have a career—you have a legacy.Our Core ValuesAt Adams Group, we live by five core values that guide everything we do:Quality in all we doDoing the right thingBuilding relationships for shared successAdapting to changeLeaving the world better than we found itPosition Summary:As a professional Class A truck driver, you will be responsible for the successful and timely delivery shipping containers to the various port of Oakland as well as other facilities in which the Adams Group conducts business. Truck drivers must always obey all safety protocols, follow all instructions, and must possess a strong work ethic and have exemplary communication skills.Key Responsibilities:• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work within a team• Ability to safely operate and control heavy-duty trucks (including tractor/trailer combinations over 24 tons)• Ability to maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions with precision• Knowledge of coupling/uncoupling trailers, including landing gear, air lines, electrical connections, and fifth-wheel locks• Ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections• Basic mechanical aptitude to perform minor vehicle maintenance (fueling, checking oil/fluids, minor repairs)• Ability to follow safety procedures and protocols consistently• Strong sense of responsibility, integrity, and work ethic• Ability to promptly report issues, incidents, or safety concernsRequired QualificationsEducation and Experience• High school diploma or equivalent preferred• Minimum 2 years of truck driving experienceCertifications/Licenses• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)• TWIC Card (required for port drayage operations)• Clean driving and background record, including no DUI or felony convictions within the past three yearsPreferred Qualifications• Experience operating Kenworth T800 trucks• Familiarity with Samsara ELD or similar electronic logging devicesWorking Conditions• Regularly required to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial vehicle• Frequent climbing in and out of trucks and trailers• Exposure to outdoor conditions including heat, cold, and varying weather• May require lifting, pulling, or handling equipment and materials• Work involves operating in active loading/unloading and port environments• Rotating schedules or extended hours may be required depending on delivery demandsFood Safety Policy:Adams Group is committed to producing and distributing high quality products through adherence to industry and regulatory standards. As an Adams Group employee, you will be trained on our food safety policies and will be held accountable to adhering to them. You will be encouraged and required to notify supervision about actual or potential food safety issues. Everyone at Adams is involved in delivering safe food - within your scope of work you will be empowered to act to resolve food safety issues.#adamsgroup