Lot Driver CDL

George's Foods, LLC; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

George's Foods, LLC in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Lot Driver - CDL to safely transport products and materials to meet daily operations. The role requires a current Class A CDL, passing a DOT physical, and English proficiency.

You will perform pre/post trip checks, dock movement, and ensure safety and compliance in a poultry/food processing environment. The candidate should be able to follow instructions, work weekends as needed, and be willing to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Class A CDL is required.
• Must pass DOT physical.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Legal work authorization in the United States.
• 1 year with completed driver’s school training or 2 years without driver’s school.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip checks per protocol.
• Obey all local, state, federal and DOT regulations.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Back trailers into loading docks and dock area with yard maneuvering.
• Assist with docking and movements in the dock area.
• Inspect trailers (lot check).
• Assist with movement of items in the dock area as needed.
• Only move trailer when the light is green.
• Communicate professionally with team members and truck drivers.
• Chock wheels when backing into loading dock.
• In RO/OT tractors, ensure fifth wheel pin is pulled and not re-hooked.
• On call during weekends as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT Regulations

English Proficiency

On-Call Weekend

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL Driver’s License

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

SUMMARY: The Lot Driver - CDL is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting product and materials to ensure daily operational business needs are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform all pre and post trip checks as per protocol
• Obey all local, State, Federal and DOT regulations
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Obey all animal welfare rules and regulation laws
• Back trailers into and out of loading dock, safely maneuvering the trucks within the yard.
• Assist with docking.
• Inspect trailers (lot check).
• Assist jack drivers with the movement of items in the dock area, as needed.
• Only move trailer when light is green.
• Communicate professionally with all other team members, including the truck drivers.
• Chock wheels of trailer when backing into the loading dock.
• When using an over the road tractor, ensure the pin on the fifth wheel is pulled and not re-hooked.
• Responsible for being on call during the weekend as needed.
• Responsible for using proper technique and any other duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.
• Maintain satisfactory attendance and job performance in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Obey all animal welfare rules and regulation laws
• All other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will not have supervisory responsibility.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Required Current Class A CDL Driver’s license
• Must be able to pass DOT physical
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• 1 year of experience with completed driver's school training or 2 years of experience without driver's school training required
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Proficiency in English

• Preferred High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous poultry or meat processing experience

George’s is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search, apply or interview for a career opportunity with the Company, please send an email to [e-mail] or call 479-927-7000 to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information to assist you

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans