Full Time CDL A Truck Driver - Farmersville

Dairy Farmers of America • Town of Farmersville, NY

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About The Position

General Purpose: Utilizing DFA tractor and trailer, transports raw milk from farm to processing plant or trucking terminal

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent Preferred
• Must have a current CDL (Class A) in state of residence.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a tanker endorsement.
• Minimum of 1-year verifiable CDL driving experience (military experience does count towards this requirement)
• In lieu of 1-year verifiable driving experience, driver applicants may have successfully graduated from a FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training certified driving school.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must meet all DOT requirements.
• Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both orally and in writing
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to read and record accurate volume and weight measurement
• Good organization and record keeping skills
• Punctuality

Responsibilities

• Operates a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA rules, regulations and policies adhering to all safety practices
• Following dispatch schedule and directions from dispatch and location supervisory personnel, travels to location to transport raw milk
• Transfers raw milk from farm containers to trailer
• Takes quality and control samples at farm
• Measures milk loaded into trailer
• Apply seals properly and document seal numbers to paperwork to ensure traceability and security of load.
• Follows designated routes and schedules unless otherwise directed by supervisory personnel
• Takes measures to minimize truck idle times and conserve fuel consumption
• Maintains positive communications with producers, listens for issues or potential problems, reports producers' comments to transportation and member services management
• Represents DFA positively and professionally at all times during interactions with producers, customers, or regulatory personnel

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Eligible for Quarterly bonuses
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k Employer Match
• Generous vacation
• Rotating Schedules
• Return Home Daily
• We are proud to offer access to your wages on-demand, no need to wait for pay day!
• And more...

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees