Local CDL A Truck Driver

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 from farm to processing plants. We are passionate about the farmer-owners, the dairy industry, and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products. Pay & Benefits:

• Home daily
• Generous vacation (144 hours, 1st Year) and paid holidays
• Competitive pay - weekend premium, OT available and eligible for bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Schedule:
  • Rotating Schedule General Purpose:
    • Safely and efficiently operate DFA tank trailers to transport raw milk from farm or depot to plant.
    • Drive over a variety of streets, highways and rural access roads.
    • The driver must follow the dispatch schedule and directions from the driver supervisors.
    • Drivers are required to take quality control samples at farms, measure the milk loaded into trailers, and minimize the truck idle times and conserve fuel consumption.
    • 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 safetypolicies
      • 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 backgroundrequirements
            • Clear English communication (written and verbal)
            • Basic math and measurement skills
            • Must be able to workindependently An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans Salary:$29-$32/Hour