Semi Truck Driver - Idaho Falls

Semi-Truck Driver

Basic American Foods, family‑owned and operated since 1933, is seeking a reliable, team‑focused Semi‑Truck Driver to support our Central Distribution Center in Idaho Falls. The position is primarily stationed in Blackfoot with possible drives to Shelley, Idaho Falls, and Rexburg.

We are proud of our 85‑year history and our mission to make mealtime victories happen every day. Our supportive, collaborative culture is driven by a startup mentality and a focus on providing tasty, innovative products to kitchens, cafeterias and dining rooms across America.

Our Southeast Idaho locations offer a family‑friendly feel, plenty of nearby nature and short distance to two national parks.

As a relatively flat organization, you have a voice from day one and opportunities to learn, develop new skills and take on challenging, rewarding work. We are a family‑owned, family‑friendly company that empowers and supports our employees and live out our company values.

Operate all BAF trucks from point A to point B as directed while safely and legally meeting all CDL Class A obligations.

• Legally and safely operate BAF vehicles. Be drug and alcohol‑free, follow drug and alcohol rules and regulations, and submit to random testing as required.
• Clean all trailers taken to the plant for loading purposes and document with a container and loading checklist.
• Ensure all loads traveling from the plant or warehouse have bills of lading. Fill out a yearly form and motor vehicle driver certification of violations.
• Perform driver maintenance: grease 5th wheel, adjust brakes, check oil and fluids, tires, etc. Once a day, fill out a vehicle inspection report.
• Follow the SAFE philosophy: talk with employees observed to be working unsafely in order to stop the unsafe behavior and explain the safe way of performing a given task. Participate in Safe Observations.
• Protect yourself, others, and customers by following safe work practices, GMP’s, and Sanitation Guidelines.
• All employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF and immediately reporting any food safety, food quality, or plant security issues to management for appropriate action.

• Valid CDL license that meets all federal regulations.
• Current CDL and medical examiner certificate.
• Pass an annual driving record review.
• Be reasonably insurable by BAF.
• Maintain an acceptable CDL, driving record, insurance risk and be drug and alcohol‑free.

12th grade or equivalent, current truck driver bid holder, or 2+ provable years of over‑the‑road experience. Good math skills and ability to compute basic equations. Proficient in reading, writing, speaking English and comprehending written instructions.

Regularly sit, stand, walk, turn head and neck, look up and down, use hands to finger, handle objects, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must lift or move up to 50 pounds. Vision must be acceptable for CDL licensing requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Report to Warehouse Supervisor. Work direction may be received from other employees including inventory and shipping clerk, pull pack operators, BAF truck drivers and other team members.

Work is performed near moving mechanical parts in a warehouse, manufacturing plant or truck outdoors in all weather conditions. Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and tight or confined places is possible. Noise levels vary; hearing protection may be required.

• Love what you do, and it shows.
• Are knowledgeable and confident, but never boastful.
• Are looking for a competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick time, life and disability insurance, and adoption assistance.

At BAF, we are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create a supportive and inclusive community of individuals committed to helping each other and our company thrive.