Drivers Assistant

CWT Farms; Alabama; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off (14 days per year)

Job summary

CWT Farms in Alabama is seeking a Driver's Assistant to support truck drivers with logistics. The successful candidate will assist with loading and unloading, ensure the load is secure, and report maintenance issues.

Candidates must have over six years of driving experience, a valid Class 'A' CDL, and the ability to lift heavy loads. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Six plus years of driving experience required.
• Valid Class 'A' CDL with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and unloading trailers as necessary.
• Report maintenance issues to the supervisor.
• Ensure secure load before movement.

Skills

Driving experience

Knowledge of DOT laws

Self-motivation

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Description Summary: We are looking for a candidate for the Driver's Assistant position. This role will assist the truck drivers with logistics. The ideal candidate will be able to drive the box truck when the truck driver is away. The assistant must have a clean MVR for the last five years, a valid driver's license, the ability to lift over 50 pounds, and the ability to drive a box truck as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary
• Ensure secure load before movement
• Clean and wash truck as necessary
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, company policies, and local, state, and federal policies, laws and regulations
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Six plus years of driving experience required
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Valid Class 'A' CDL with one 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 DOT, 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 ten 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 employees, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability coverage, subject to plan terms and conditions
• Eligible for company observed paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on 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.