Truck Driver

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Collins (MS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage manufacturing industry is seeking a Truck Driver to operate commercial vehicles for transporting live poultry. The role requires adherence to DOT regulations and involves ensuring safety in transportation while maintaining documentation. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and a valid CDL Class A license.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with 1 year verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• Previous live poultry tractor trailer driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all DOT regulations and perform pre-trip inspections.
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary.
• Maintain proper documentation and report equipment maintenance issues.

Skills

Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws

Ability to read and write legibly

Sound work ethic

Moral character

Ability to work unsupervised

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for exercising safe driving practices ensuring the safety of the public. Responsible for operating commercial motor vehicle transporting live poultry from growers to the processing facility in a safe and secure manner. Responsible for compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) safety rules and regulations; and all company policies; and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for exercising safe driving practices ensuring the safety of the public. Responsible for operating commercial motor vehicle transporting live poultry from growers to the processing facility in a safe and secure manner. Responsible for compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) safety rules and regulations; and all company policies; and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e. tires, oil, fuel, lights, breaks, hoses, etc.).
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary.
• Ensure secure load before movement.
• Maintain proper documentation (i.e. equipment, time, trips, weight, etc.).
• Clean and wash truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with 1 year verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.
  
  

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous live poultry tractor trailer driving experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.
  
  

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow Department of Transportation, State and Federal laws, and company safety policies and programs.
• Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work in outside environment (including inclement weather) on a daily basis.
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours, and climb in and out of truck cab throughout shift.
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.
• Work in noisy environment (>85 decibels) and moving equipment.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays and long shifts.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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