St. Albans CDL A Truck Driver

St. Albans CDL A Truck Driver-Full Time

#35202

Location:

St. Albans, VT

Company:
Dairy Farmers of America

Category:
Driver

Job Description

Pay Range: $29-$32/hour

Overview

"We Haul Wholesome" at Dairy Farmers of America - the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy food processor within the United States.

Our drivers transport raw milk fromfarmtoprocessingplants. We are passionate aboutthe farmer-owners, the dairy industry, and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products.

Pay & Benefits

* Home daily

* Competitive pay - weekend premium, OT available and eligible for Bonuses

* Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

* 401(k) with company match

* Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year)

* Paid Holidays

* Wages available on demand - no need to wait for payday!

Schedule

* Rotating Schedule

General Purpose

Safely and efficiently operate DFA tank trailers to transport raw milk fromfarmordepotto plant. Drive over a variety of streets,highways and rural access roads. â?¯ The driver must follow the dispatch schedule and directions from the driver supervisors. â?¯

Drivers are required totake quality control samples at farms, measure the milk loaded into trailers, and minimize thetruckidle times and conserve fuel consumption. â?¯ We expect our drivers to operate safely and legally at all times.

Job Responsibilities

* Operate a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT, DFA Commercial Motor Vehicle, and safety policies

* Perform various physical tasks including lifting, connecting and disconnecting hoses, climbing a ladder and safely hooking and unhooking trucks and trailers.

* Verify proper documentation (Load number/Seal numbers/etc.) to validate load delivery and destination

* Disassemble, clean, and re-assemble trailer pumps to maintain proper cleanliness at a food grade level

* Always represents DFA positively and professionally during interactions with customers, or regulatory personnel

Licensing and Certification

* Valid Class A CDL in state of residence

* Tanker endorsement (or able to obtain )

Education and Experience

* High School diploma or GED preferred

* 1+ year CDL experience or FMCSA-approved driving school graduate

Necessary

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Must be at least 21 years of age

* Knowledge of DOT rules and safety regulations

* Must meet MVR requirements, DOT requirements, pre-employment background requirements

* Clear English communication (written and verbal)

* Basic math and measurement skills

* Must be able to work independently

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Salary:

$29-$32/Hour