Local Equine Transport Driver

Sallee Horse Vans, Inc.; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Sallee Horse Vans, Inc. in Ocala, FL is seeking local drivers to pick up and deliver horses safely and promptly, with a strong focus on customer service.

The role requires horse handling experience; a valid driver's license; ability to lift; no Class A CDL required but preferred; ability to follow schedules, overtime and weekend work during busy seasons.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, communicate with dispatch, manage bills of lading, and maintain clean, organized truck and paperwork.

Qualifications

• Previous horse handling experience required.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs and load/unload tack.
• Class A CDL not required, but preferred.
• Must follow schedule, overtime and weekend availability.
• Must read and understand written directions.
• Must perform pre-trip vehicle inspection and maintain paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver horses safely and timely.
• Safely load and unload horses without assistance.
• Load/unload tack and equipment as required.
• Assist in loading and positioning horses in truck/trailer.
• Communicate with dispatch and agents at origin/destination tracks.
• Drive according to the law and maintain all paperwork (bills of lading, trip records, logs, DVIRs).
• Maintain permit book registrations and insurance cards during shifts.
• Keep truck and truck box clean and in good repair.

Skills

Horse handling experience

Valid driver’s license

Medical certification

Clean drug screen

Lifting 50 lbs

Reading/writing directions

Pre-trip inspections

Bill of lading paperwork

Job description

Sallee Horse Vans, Inc. in Ocala, FL is seeking local drivers to pick up and deliver horses safely and promptly, with a strong focus on customer service.

The role requires horse handling experience; a valid driver's license; ability to lift; no Class A CDL required but preferred; ability to follow schedules, overtime and weekend work during busy seasons.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, communicate with dispatch, manage bills of lading, and maintain clean, organized truck and paperwork.