CDL Driver

Headstart Hatching•Willmar, MN

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Headstart Hatching is seeking a reliable and safety-focused CDL Driver to join the team. The CDL Driver is responsible for transporting agricultural products including day-old poults, egg delivery, and feed in a timely and safe manner. The ideal candidate has a strong commitment to safety, excellent customer service, and driving skills.

Requirements

Fully licensed to drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) required with proper endorsements.
Clean driving record with no moving violations.
Must pass background check, MVR check, pre-employment drug test and PSP background check.

Nice To Haves

2+ years proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred.
Ability to operate a manual transmission (preferred).
Experience with live animals, egg handling, or feed transport preferred.
Communication skills to effectively work with a variety of people, supervisors, employees and departments
Exceptional customer service while maintaining a high level of professionalism in all interactions.
Time management and organizational skills
Problem solving skills, ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
General skills using MS products (i.e., Word, Excel, and Outlook) and a basic understanding of computer hardware

Responsibilities

Transporting day old poults & eggs.
Responsible for loading and unloading trucks
Upholding consistent cleanliness, animal welfare standards and bio-security policies.
Carrying out all directives in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws.
Perform pre-trip, post-trip, and routine vehicle inspections
Ensure contents are properly secured in truck, flatbed to prevent damage/injury.
Stay on predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery.
Confirm that the contents of each shipment load match the manifest document.
Report vehicle maintenance issues, accidents or delays promptly.
Communicate effectively with dispatch, customers and team members
Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times.
Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs.
Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in accordance with the weather/road conditions.
Comply with DOT regulations.
Make safety a priority at all times