Class A Driver

Overview:

$2500 Sign-On Bonus

Local & Line-Haul Route Home Daily

THE BENEFITS:

Average weekly pay between $1800-$2000 gross (pay per load structure)

Competitive Benefits Package - group health plans, life, disability, supplemental insurance options and more

401K w/company match

PTO - Vacation, Sick, Holiday Pay and more

Employee assistance program, employee appreciation events, and more

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

Responsibilities:

• Transports deliveries locally or intrastate in a safe, responsible manner and in accordance with company procedures and applicable DOT regulations.
• Operate PTO-driven Walinga pneumatic discharge system on trucks to unload product into bins and augers.
• Troubleshoot loading or unloading issues while on the road.
• Climb to access hatches, clear blockages, and free product into augers when necessary.
• Coordinates efficient deliveries by applying knowledge of customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.
• 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 shipment, and manages discrepancy documentation.
• Obtains and maintains proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation, and submits in a timely manner.
• Provides good customer service and maintains a professional manner and appearance to enhance the company's image.
• Performs a daily pre-trip and post-trip inspection according to DOT and company standards.
• Maintains and updates daily Elogs to ensure accurate and compliant records. Reports Elog malfunctions to Compliance Specialist as required.
• Balances and handles an expense account for each trip by recording all expenses and maintaining all receipts.
• 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.
• Maintains company gas credit cards, and valid/current proof of insurance and registration in vehicle.
• Ensures proper maintenance of vehicle and reports all accidents/damage/malfunctions to management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years driving commercial trucks required.
• Proven experience operating PTO-driven equipment and Walinga pneumatic discharge systems (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.

Skills:

• Must exhibit a high attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot load and discharge issues.
• Must be prompt and consistent in follow-through.
• Must be self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently and as a team.
• Must have strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Must take pride in cleanliness and accuracy of work performed.
• Must be able to read and write in English to keep an accurate electronic log, inspection reports, maintenance reports, maintenance reports, accident/incident reports.
• Must be able to utilize technology for compliance and communication purposes.

Physical Requirments:

• 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.

Environment:

• 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.

Salary : $92,000 - $104,000