CDL Driver

We are looking for an experienced truck driver to serve our customers in the Poultry Industry in a safe and timely manner. Willing to train new CDL drivers.

• Competitive pay
• Local / Regional deliveries
• Home daily and Long Haul available
• No touch loads
• Family oriented environment

Responsibilities

• Transport poultry over land from farms to manufacturing plants and distribution centers
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
• Secure loads for transport
• Pull tarps as needed for transport. Note that his may require climbing up or onto the top of the trailer to ensure tarps are positioned appropriately
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
• Collect and verify loading and delivery instructions
• Report defects, accidents or violations

Skills

• Proven work experience as a truck driver / new drivers considered
• Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
• Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• No recent moving or driving violations
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
• Valid truck driving license