Full Time CDL A Truck Driver - Farmersville

dfa; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year

Paid holidays

Competitive pay - weekend premium, OT,

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a professional CDL A driver to operate DFA tank trailers and haul raw milk from farm to plant. You will follow dispatch directions, maintain safety, and control fuel use while meeting quality standards.

The role requires tanker endorsement (or willingness to obtain) and DOT knowledge. You’ll work on a rotating schedule with competitive pay and benefits in the United States.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence.
• Tanker endorsement or ability to obtain.
• 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA policies and safeties.
• Perform lifting, connect/disconnect hoses, climb ladders and hook/unhook trucks/trailers.
• Verify documentation (load numbers/seal numbers) to validate delivery.
• Disassemble, clean and reassemble trailer pumps for food-grade cleanliness.
• Represent DFA positively during interactions with customers or regulators.

Skills

DOT regulations

English communication

Basic math & measurement

Independence

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Pay Range

$29-$32/Hour

Overview

"We Haul Wholesome" at Dairy Farmers of America - the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy food processor within the United States. Our drivers transport raw milk fromfarmtoprocessingplants. We are passionate aboutthe farmer-owners, the dairy industry, and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products.

Pay & Benefits

• Home daily
• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year) and paid holidays
• Competitive pay - weekend premium, OT available and eligible for bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Schedule

• Rotating Schedule

General Purpose

Safely and efficientlyoperate DFA tank trailers to transport raw milk fromfarmordepotto plant. Drive over a variety of streets,highwaysand rural access roads.The driver must follow the dispatch schedule and directions from the driver supervisors.

Driversare required totake quality control samples at farms, measure the milk loaded into trailers, and minimize thetruckidle times and conserve fuel consumption.We expect our drivers to operate safely and legally at all times.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA Commercial Motor Vehicle, and safetypolicies
• Perform various physical tasks including lifting, connecting and disconnecting hoses, climbing a ladder and safely hooking and unhooking trucks and trailers.
• Verify proper documentation (Load number/Seal numbers/etc.) to validate load delivery and destination
• Disassemble, clean, and re-assemble trailer pumps to maintain proper cleanliness at a food grade level
• Always represents DFA positively and professionally during interactions with customers, or regulatory personnel

Licensing and Certification

• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence
• Tanker endorsement (or able to obtain)

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Knowledge of DOT rules and safety regulations
• Must meet MVR requirements, DOT requirements, pre-employment backgroundrequirements
• Clear English communication (written and verbal)
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Must be able to workindependently

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans