What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Driver position at Central Garden & Pet?
Description
Pennington Seed is searching for an experienced Truck Driver in our Lebanon, Oregon location. This position requires qualified candidates to be safety conscious and able to perform required functions in a productive manner, working with tight schedules and deadlines.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operates a truck that transports cargo to and from specified destinations. The size of the truck is more than 3 tons.
- Haul grass seed or packaging materials to and from Pennington plant and other seed warehouses. Oversee loading of the truck and secure load appropriately. May include overnight destinations.
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Receive hauling instructions from the Production Manager, verify load
details, complete, and return all documentation in a timely manner. - Record travel and cargo according to federal and state regulations. Submit logs to the Safety Coordinator on a regular basis.
- Inspect and maintain truck to ensure safety compliance, proper operating condition, and orderly presentation.
- Able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 years driving experience and satisfactory driving record.
- Must be able to operate a forklift.
- Experience hauling grass seed or experience in the grass seed industry
- 5 years of general truck driving experience
- Current Oregon CDL Class A
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Full-time position
- Overtime and overnight travel are required as needed.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
POSITION INFORMATION
- This position pays $27.00 - 28.00 per hour depending on experience
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Free Life and Disability Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
- Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to thousands of free online courses
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
- Referral Program with cash bonus
- Access to on-demand pay
- Paid parental leave
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $27 - $28