Live Haul Truck Driver

Position Summary:

The Live Haul Truck Driver is responsible for operating a commercial vehicle with a capacity of more than 3 tons to transport live poultry or related materials to and from designated locations in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and company regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates a commercial motor vehicle safely and in compliance with all DOT and company regulations.
• Completes and maintains driver logs and other required documentation.
• Maintains regular communication with the supervisor for instructions and updates.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections, reporting any issues promptly.
• Ensures cleanliness of truck compartments to prevent contamination.
• Assists with load/unload procedures and operational support as needed.
• Keeps truck interior and exterior clean and presentable.
• Complies with all company safety rules and procedures.
• Maintains a valid Class A CDL with appropriate endorsements and a current DOT physical.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Customer Service: Fulfills commitments to internal and external stakeholders.
• Safety & Compliance: Demonstrates adherence to safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Dependability: Reliable in attendance, punctuality, and task completion.
• Adaptability: Responds effectively to changes in scheduling or work conditions.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains accurate logs and performs thorough inspections.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the following requirements.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One to three months of related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
• Must maintain current DOT medical certification.
• Must meet company insurability requirements.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and understand written instructions, delivery forms, and basic correspondence.
• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors and team members.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Exposed to dust, odors, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Occasionally near moving mechanical parts or equipment.
• Subject to moderate noise levels consistent with truck operations and poultry facilities.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently required to sit for extended periods, climb in and out of vehicles, walk, reach, talk, and hear.
• Required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Occasionally required to kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
• Required to use hands and arms for loading, securing cargo, and other job tasks.
• Required to have vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.