Driver Helper

Pro Resources Staffing Services; Middlebury (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Resources Staffing Services in Middlebury, IN is seeking a Driver Helper to assist with the safe loading of live ducks onto trucks, working with the trucking team and farm personnel to uphold animal welfare and safety standards.

The role offers early hours (Mon-Fri 1:30 AM–12 PM) and a potential CDL reimbursement path for career advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Not afraid of heights and able to work on trucks and ramps.
• Can lift up to 40 pounds and handle animals with care.
• Demonstrates understanding of animal welfare and safe handling.
• Learns duck behavior to move them efficiently and calmly.
• Communicates clearly with team members and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Assist in rounding up and guiding ducks from pens to the loading area.
• Help set up and operate loading equipment under supervision.
• Safely and gently handle ducks to minimize stress and injury.
• Ensure proper placement of ducks in transport crates or cages.
• Work collaboratively with drivers and other helpers to maintain a steady workflow.
• Clean and sanitize crates, equipment, and the loading area as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and report any issues to supervisors.
• Follow all plant rules and regulations when in the processing plant.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and high standards in employee performance and safety.
• Understand and follow our animal welfare policy.

Skills

Not afraid of heights

Lifts 40 pounds

Animal welfare knowledge

Duck behavior understanding

Effective communication

Job description

Pro Resources is seeking a Driver Helper for a client in Middlebury, IN. The Driver Helper will assist with the safe, efficient, and humane loading of live ducks onto trucks for transport while working closely with the trucking team and farm personnel. This position plays an important role in ensuring animal welfare standards and safety procedures are followed throughout the loading process. This is also a great opportunity for someone interested in advancing their career, as eligible employees may have the opportunity to apply for a reimbursement program to obtain their CDL and transition into a driving position.

Shift and Compensation

Monday-Friday 1:30 AM-12 PM

Pay : $20 / hour

Job Duties

• Assist in rounding up and guiding ducks from pens to the loading area.
• Help set up and operate loading equipment under supervision.
• Safely and gently handle ducks to minimize stress and injury.
• Ensure proper placement of ducks in transport crates or cages.
• Work collaboratively with drivers and other helpers to maintain a steady workflow.
• Clean and sanitize crates, equipment, and the loading area as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and report any issues to supervisors.
• Follow all plant rules and regulations when in the processing plant.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and high standards in employee performance and safety.
• Understand and follow our animal welfare policy.

Background Profile

• Not afraid of heights - comfortable working on top of trucks and ramp.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Understand and practice good Animal Welfare.
• Learn and understand duck behavior and how to move them efficiently.
• Have effective communication skills to work with other employees and producers.

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