Light Truck Drivers

Imigrus; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Bonnie Plants, LLC seeks a delivery driver to operate a 26' truck, perform loading/unloading, and ensure compliance with DOT regulations. The role requires English proficiency, a valid license, and at least 2 months of nursery experience.

Work is in Texas with a typical 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM schedule and 48 hours per week. Wage starts at $22.00/hour for H-2A and $22.57/hour for domestic workers, with safety and regulatory requirements enforced by Bonnie Plants.

Qualifications

• 2 months of greenhouse or nursery experience required
• Must meet Bonnies insurance carrier requirements: valid driver’s license
• Minimum age 21 and have at least 3 years of driving experience with a valid license
• Proficiency in English to communicate and read traffic signage

Responsibilities

• Deliver and transport agricultural products within a 180-mile radius of the worksite
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and keep vehicle in safe operation
• Adhere to DOT regulations including Hours of Service
• Load and unload plants, operate lift gates, and manage carts in loading areas
• Report any vehicle issues to the Station Manager and comply with safety rules

Job description

Job Description

Full Time:Yes

Number of Workers Requested:28

Job Duties:Delivery driving:Bonnie will pay at least $22.57/hour (domestic workers) or $22.00/hour (H-2A Workers) to workers performing the duties of delivery truck drivers, including the driving, fueling, and maintaining 26' straight truck with a capacity of less than 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), for delivery of agricultural products from Bonnie Plants to market within a 180 mile radius of the primary worksite; Pre- and post- trip truck inspections which include checking tire pressure, fluids, and fuel; Reporting vehicle issues immediately to the Station Manager; Performing minor maintenance and repair on the delivery truck to ensure safe operation; adhering to DOT regulations including completing logs and complying with Hours of Service; "shuttle driving" which is driving a product-loaded truck to a predetermined meeting destination to exchange trucks, switching a full truck with an empty truck, and driving the empty truck back to the greenhouse; Maneuvering of 100 - 460 lb rolling carts within truck loading/unloading area on uneven surfaces and via lift gate OUTSIDE the greenhouse; Loading/unloading of rolling carts from greenhouse loading area to truck via docking bay and lift gate; Loading of plants onto delivery trucks; Loading/Unloading to and from racks at market locations; Evaluating moisture content of plant loads in trucks and watering plants that are ready for delivery, when necessary; Identifying plants that are not up to Bonnie's quality standards (based on size and health) and eliminating them from racks to be replaced with new products; Properly disposing of removed plants as required by Bonnie's best management practices; Properly stacking trays for reuse; Completing preseason equipment, including painting and building racks, racks and display preparation and end of season teardown. Bonnie follows the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Regulations which includes a 30-minute break from driving before 8 hours have elapsed from the beginning shift. Additionally, drivers will not be allowed to drive after they have worked 70 hours in a rolling 8-day period unless they take a 34-hour break. Workers performing delivery driver duties must operate company vehicles in a lawful, safe, and responsible manner, including adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations. Worker bears full responsibility for any fines, penalties, or other legal consequences resulting from at-fault moving violations incurred while operating the company vehicle. This includes, but is not limited to, speeding tickets, failure to obey traffic signals, and other infractions. Workers must report any moving violations or accidents involving a company vehicle to the Employer immediately. The fine amount will be deducted from the employees' wages when expressly authorized by the worker in writing. Workers who have a valid drivers license and doctor's certificate may drive vehicles to transport workers and may be offered additional hours. Workers who complete an employer paid safety certification may ride to deliver, load and unload products at market locations within a 180-mile radius from work location. Employer may request, but not require, workers to work more than the stated daily hours and/or on a workers Sabbath or federal holiday. Additional hours are voluntary.

Job Classification:53-3033.00 - Light Truck Drivers

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Job Requirements

• Experience Required:Yes
• Months of Experience Required:2
• Special Requirements:2 months of greenhouse or nursery experience required and workers must meet the requirements of Bonnies insurance carrier to perform delivery driver duties, which requires a valid drivers license issued by any U.S. state or a valid U.S. commercial drivers license (CDL) or its acceptable international equivalent (CDL accepted but not required) and proficiency in English to communicate, read and comprehend traffic signage, and interact with roadway officials to work as a delivery driver. Other qualifications required by insurance carriers include being at least 21 years of age, and having at least 3 years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license. Drug and alcohol testing is conducted post-hire at the employer’s expense and is not part of the interview process.

Number of Hours Per Week:48

Work Schedule (Start/End time):7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:Bonnie Plants, LLC 89-1

Location:Opelika, AL 36801

Worksite Address:215 County Road 192, Liverpool, TX 77577

Additional Wage Information:22.00/hr (H-2A wage)