Driver Ill

Aviagen; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays & PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Teladoc

Job summary

Aviagen USA is seeking highly experienced drivers to operate commercial motor vehicles in accordance with DOT safety regulations and company policies. You will inspect equipment, secure loads, and maintain accurate documentation while working in outdoor conditions.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, reporting maintenance issues, and adhering to DOT/state/federal laws. Willingness to work nights, weekends, and long shifts is required; compassionate about safety and efficiency in poultry

Qualifications

• 6+ years of driving experience required.
• Valid Class A CDL with 1 year verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety policies.
• Ability to work unsupervised and in outside conditions.
• Lift up to 75 lbs and operate in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip inspections and document findings.
• Load and unload trailers as necessary and ensure secure loads.
• Comply with DOT rules, company policies and laws.
• Maintain proper trip/time/weight documentation.
• Report maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Work nights, weekends and long shifts.
• Operate truck in various weather conditions.

Skills

Safe driving

DOT regulations knowledge

Self-motivation

Reading and writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary: Aviagen is currently looking for highly experienced Drivers. The drivers primary responsibility will be to ensure exercising safe driving practices ensuring their safety and the safety of the public, responsible for operating commercial motor vehicle transporting in a safe and secure manner, responsible for compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) safety rules and regulations; and all company policies; and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

Job Description

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e. tires, oil, fuel, lights, breaks, hoses, etc.)
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary
• Ensure secure load before movement
• Maintain proper documentation (i.e. equipment, time, trips, weight, etc.)
• Clean and wash truck as necessary
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
• All other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• 6 plus years of Driving Experience required
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Valid Class 'A' CDL with 1 year verifiable satisfactory driving record
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws
• Ability to read and write legibly
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous live poultry tractor trailer driving experience
• Basic math functions and skills
• Follow Department of Transportation, State and Federal laws, and company safety policies and programs
• Work in outside environment (including inclement weather) on a daily basis
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours, and climb in and out of truck cab throughout shift
• Lift up to 75 lbs
• Work around raw, live animal odors
• Work in noisy environment (>85 decibels) and moving equipment
• Work nights, weekends, holidays and long shifts

Aviagen USA provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well-being of our employees.

Benefits

• Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of Plan documents.
• Additionally, you will be eligible for company observed paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.

We play a leading role in feeding the world's future generations. We bring smart, passionate people together and watch amazing things happen! Working at Aviagen presents career opportunities that impact an industry. We encourage people to bring their experience and knowledge and help work on complex issues that will shape the future of the poultry industry. In an environment that promotes innovation and progressive approaches to problem solving, Aviagen is working today to be ready for what tomorrow may bring.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Are you ready for the adventure?