Class A Driver - Walking Floor/Belt Trailer

$2500 Sign-On Bonus!

Local & Line-Haul Route! Home Daily!

THE BENEFITS:

Pay per load structure, weekly average between $1200-$1500 (with opportunity for more)

Weekly pay

This position is responsible for transporting deliveries locally or over the road in accordance with company guidelines and DOT regulations by performing the following duties:

• Transports deliveries in a safe, responsible manner and in accordance with company procedures and applicable DOT regulations.
• Serves as a Company representative to all outside entities with which they will have contact.
• Applies knowledge and abilities to safely load and unload deliveries according to size of load and content description.
• Processes shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load and manages discrepancy documentation.
• Obtains and maintains proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation and submits in a timely manner.
• Provides excellent customer service and maintains a professional manner and appearance to enhance the company’s image with both internal and external customers.
• Performs a daily DOT pre-trip inspection, per guidelines given by the DOT & Safety Compliance Specialist and keeps an accurate copy in the vehicle at all times.
• Maintains a daily, legible DOT logbook and submits logbooks to Compliance as required.
• Provides basic maintenance for vehicle such as maintaining vehicle in a neat manner and performing minor repairs. Reports and schedules maintenance for larger mechanical issues to Company’s truck shop.
• Keeps vehicle cab clean, smoke-free and orderly.
• Maintains company gas credit cards, and valid/current proof of insurance and registration in vehicle.
• Ensures proper maintenance of vehicle and reports all accidents/damages/malfunctions to supervisor.
• Follow instructions given on load sheets and report any discrepancies on load paperwork to Dispatch for resolution.
• Able to work any shift assigned as hours and dates of delivery vary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years driving commercial trucks required.
• Proven experience operating PTO-driven equipment (or similar bulk feed delivery systems).
• Experience loading and unloading commercial trailers preferred.
• Experience working in a feed mill or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Clean driving record and Class A (commercial) license is required.

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and write in English in order to keep an accurate log book, inspection reports, maintenance reports, and accident/incident reports.
• Customer service oriented. Must be courteous and respectful in all situations.
• Strong time management skills. Must be punctual and able to meet deadlines.
• Attentive to detail and able to maintain records per described requirements.
• Flexible availability.

• Must be able to lift and/or move 60 lbs on a regular basis.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work safely at elevations of 100 ft.
• Must be able to access hatches and clear blockages to ensure proper product flow.
• Must be able to operate a commercial truck and trailer per DOT guidelines.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• The employee will be regularly exposed to dusty and noisy conditions.
• The employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• The employee may be exposed to chemicals used in the process.

Note:  Valid Driver’s License required for insurance purposes. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of this position at any time.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements, which may change from time to time based on business needs.  When appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.