Truck Driver-2nd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Oakwood (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Truck Driver to safely operate a commercial vehicle, transporting live poultry from growers to processing facilities or poultry feed to/from growers. You will adhere to DOT rules, maintain logs, and perform pre-trip inspections.

The role requires 21+ and a valid Class A CDL with at least one year of verifiable driving experience. We offer pay rate $26.50 per hour, benefits from day one, on-the-job training, and a schedule Monday-Friday 4:00pm-4:00am; equal

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Class A CDL with at least 1 year of safe driving.
• Knowledge of DOT, state and federal laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and be self-motivated.
• Strong work ethic and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e. tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, 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.

Skills

Age 21+

CDL Class A

DOT regulations

Reading & writing

Independent work

Ethics & integrity

Education

HS Diploma

Poultry trucking exp

Basic math

Job description

SHIFT DETAILS

Monday-Friday 4:00pm-4:00am Pay Rate-$26.50 Benefits available Day One On the job training

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Truck Driver is responsible for exercising safe driving practices ensuring the safety of the public while operating a commercial motor vehicle to either transport live poultry from growers to the processing facility or poultry feed to / from growers in a safe and secure manner. This role is 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.

COMPANY CULTURE

A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities. Make an impact on a global scale by feeding a growing world with Wayne-Sanderson Farms.