Driver Lead

CWT Farms; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aviagen is seeking an experienced lead Driver to take charge of driver operations, ensuring safe driving practices and compliance with DOT regulations. The role includes coordinating the assistant drivers, performing pre-trip inspections, and maintaining thorough documentation.

The position requires a valid Class A CDL with a verifiable driving record, the ability to work unsupervised, and readiness to work nights, weekends, and long shifts in outdoor environments, including handling live

Qualifications

• 6+ years of driving experience required.
• Valid Class A CDL with 1 year verifiable driving record.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
• Ability to read and write legibly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the driver crew and coordinate work for the assistants.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspections of tires, oil, fuel, lights, etc.
• Ensure secure load before movement and maintain proper documentation.
• Assist with loading/unloading trailer as necessary and report maintenance issues.
• Work in outdoor environments, including inclement weather, and extended shifts.

Skills

Driving experience

Leadership

Self-motivation

Safety focus

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Aviagen is currently looking for highly experienced Driver that can take the lead driver role. The drivers primarily 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. This role will coordinate work for the assistant drivers.

Job Description

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations
• Ability and experience in leading driver Crew
• 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

Benefits

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

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.

Are you ready for the adventure?