Irasburg CDL A Truck Driver-Full Time

Vermont, Inc; Vermont; On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Vacation (144 hours)

Weekend premium

OT eligible

Bonuses

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. in Irasburg, Vermont, seeks a CDL driver for DFA tank trailers to transport raw milk from farms to processing plants. You will operate safely according to DOT and DFA policies, with a rotating schedule and home daily on a routine basis.

The role requires at least 21 years old, a valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement, and 1+ year CDL experience or a driving school graduate. Benefits include vacation, insurance, and a 401(k) with match.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate.
• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence.
• Tanker endorsement (or able to obtain).
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Knowledge of DOT rules and safety regulations.
• Clear English communication (written and verbal).
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Must be able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA policies.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting hoses, climbing a ladder, and safe hook/unhook of trailers.
• Verify load documentation (Load/Seal numbers) to validate delivery.
• Disassemble, clean, and re-assemble trailer pumps for cleanliness.
• Represent DFA professionally during interactions with customers or regulators.

Skills

Safe driving

English communication

Independence

Math skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

at Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. in Irasburg, Vermont, United States

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 from farm to processing plants. We are passionate about the 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 efficiently operate DFA tank trailers to transport raw milk from farm or depot to plant. Drive over a variety of streets, highways and rural access roads. The driver must follow the dispatch schedule and directions from the driver supervisors.

Drivers are required to take quality control samples at farms, measure the milk loaded into trailers, and minimize the truck idle 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 safety policies
• 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 background requirements
• Clear English communication (written and verbal)
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Must be able to work independently

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans