Transportation Driver

Hiland Dairy Foods; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable food and beverage company is looking for a Transportation Driver based in Kansas City, MO. This role involves driving a truck to deliver and unload dairy products while adhering to Department of Transportation regulations. Candidates must possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License and be at least 21 years old. Responsibilities include recording transactions, addressing service complaints, and ensuring vehicle maintenance. This is a full-time entry-level position with physical demands and the need for basic technical and soft skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in transportation is preferred.
• Good driving record is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive truck over established route to deliver and unload dairy products.
• Record transactions and prepare necessary paperwork.
• Listen to and resolve service complaints.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Follow verbal and written instructions

Basic math skills

Coachable and willing to learn

Basic navigation skills

Education

Class A Commercial Driver’s License

Minimum age 21, as per Federal D.O.T. regulations

Job description

Transportation Driver

The Transportation Driver shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Drive truck over established route to deliver, unload and account for products of the dairy industry to customer's place of business and distribution points. Must follow all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Record transactions and prepare paperwork. Maintain proper logs and other required information.
• Listen to and resolve service complaints.
• Keep the inside of the truck clean, perform routine maintenance on the truck, and work and drive in a safe, courteous, and efficient manner.

Required Physical and Work Conditions

• Climb, crawl, and walk in upright and bent positions to facilitate lifting and moving of merchandise.
• Stack and unstack items weighing 50 pounds from a height of about seven feet to the ground and back continually.
• Drag stacks of milk weighing approximately 240 pounds during the shift.
• Work in very hot (100+°F) and very cold (<32°F) environments year-round and spend majority of time outdoors regardless of conditions.

Required Technical Skills

• Operate a tractor‑trailer.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Basic navigation skills.

Required Soft Skills

• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Coachable and willing to learn.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Work independently without direct supervision.
• Basic math skills.

Education, Certifications and Experience

• Must have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Minimum age 21, as per Federal D.O.T. regulations.

Preferred

• Minimum of two years of experience in transportation.
• Good driving record.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Location

Kansas City, MO