Farm Route Pickup/Delivery Driver

Red Stag LLC.; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Competitive pay

Steady work

Job summary

Red Stag LLC is seeking dedicated Class A CDL Farm Route Pickup Drivers to load milk onto tankers from local dairy farms and transport liquid dairy bulk products to processing plants in New York. You will adhere to safety, food handling, and regulatory standards while coordinating with dispatch for reliable operations.

Responsibilities include loading, on-time delivery, route planning, truck inspections, and accurate records.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A with tanker endorsement required.
• Minimum 23 years old and valid medical card.
• At least 2 years driving experience; 1 year liquid tanker hauling experience.
• Milk handling knowledge and ability to follow food safety protocols.
• Excellent communication with dispatch and strong regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Safely load milk onto trailers using proper equipment.
• Ensure loads are on time and compliant with safety regulations.
• Communicate with dispatch to plan routes and report delays.
• Inspect and maintain trucks and equipment daily.
• Follow food safety protocols and complete delivery paperwork.
• Represent the company professionally to farmers and customers.

Skills

CDL experience

Communication

Independence

Route navigation

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Education

CDL Class A with tanker endorsement

Job description

Red Stag LLC is seeking dedicated Class A CDL Farm Route Pickup Drivers to safely and efficiently load milk onto tankers from local dairy farms and transport liquid dairy bulk products to processing plants for our dedicated customers within the regional areas of New York, and live unloading. This role requires strict adherence to safety, food handling, and regulatory compliance standards, as well as strong communication with dispatch to ensure smooth and reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently load milk products onto trailers using proper equipment and techniques.

Ensure all loads are completed on time and in compliance with safety regulations.

Communicate with dispatch to plan routes and report any delays or issues.

Inspect and maintain trucks and equipment daily.

Follow all food safety and handling protocols to ensure milk quality and safety.

Complete necessary paperwork and maintain accurate delivery records.

Represent the company professionally and courteously, maintaining positive relationships with farmers and customers.

Adhere to all federal and state laws and regulations related to transportation and dairy production.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Class A with tanker endorsement

Minimum driving age of 23

Minimum of 2 years of driving experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience in liquid tanker hauling

Food-grade or liquid hauling experience is transferable

4+ years of experience in the dairy industry preferred

Obtain and maintain a milk handler certification

Must be in good physical condition with evidence of insurability provided (Medical Card)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Familiar with ELDs (Electronic Logging Devices) to maintain the required hours of service

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Ability to drop and hook a trailer

Ability to climb ladders to check trailer seals

Strong navigation and problem-solving skills related to route management

Flexibility to work holidays and weekends

Must be able to bend, stoop, pull, climb, kneel, crouch, squat, lift 50 pounds, sit for an extended period, and reach overhead

Competitive pay

Supportive operations team with opportunities for steady work

Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance

Free company-paid life insurance policy

About the Company

Since 2014, Red Stag has been a trusted leader in bulk dairy transportation and logistics. What began with just three trucks has grown into a nationwide operation with a fleet of over 160 trucks, serving customers from coast to coast.
At Red Stag, we’re more than a milk hauling company—we’re a dedicated partner to dairy farms across the U.S. Our team is built on a foundation of community, reliability, and service excellence. Every mile we drive reflects our commitment to quality and care in everything we do.