Class A CDL Truck Driver

Livestock Nutrition Center•Saginaw, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Livestock Nutrition Center is seeking a qualified Class A CDL driver to operate heavy trucks and trailers, bobtail feed trucks, and pickups with trailers to deliver bulk feed, bagged feed, and/or feed supplements. The majority of customers are within 200 miles of the location, and drivers are home every night. The driver represents LNC to customers and is responsible for maintaining customer relationships while delivering products safely and providing professional service. The position is based in Saginaw, Texas.

Requirements

Proven work experience as a truck driver.
A current and valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle and able to safely operate the type of CMV intended for use.
Adequate health and agility to climb up and down ladders to unload feed and check customer bins, and ability to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions.
Hands-on experience with electronic equipment and software, including electronic logs and GPS.
Extensive knowledge of applicable truck-driving rules and regulations.
Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations such as traffic and weather conditions.
At least 21 years old and able to read and speak English.
No recent moving or driving violations and not disqualified from driving a CMV.
No serious traffic violations in the last three years; no more than three moving violations in the last three years or more than two in the last 12 months; and no more than one preventable accident involving bodily injury, fatality, or disabling vehicle damage requiring towing from the scene in the last three years.
Willingness to submit to background and drug checks and provide employment references.
Ability to work weekends on a rotating and seasonal basis.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of two years of experience operating tractor/trailer equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely deliver LNC livestock feed products to customers as directed and collect payment for goods delivered and delivery charges as needed.
Place delivered feed in the location directed by the customer when, in the driver’s and supervisor’s judgment, it can be done safely.
Transport finished goods and raw materials to and from manufacturing plants, retail locations, and distribution centers.
Maintain telephone or radio contact with the supervisor to receive delivery instructions and communicate updates.
Display a professional and courteous attitude toward customers, coworkers, supervisors, and the general public.
Inspect vehicles for mechanical and safety issues, with awareness of preventative maintenance.
Inspect truck equipment and supplies, including tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
Maintain driver and truck logs in compliance with state and federal regulations, including work/rest periods, miles driven, and daily pre- and post-trip inspection documentation.
Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
Comply with truck-driving rules and regulations and company policies and procedures.
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions.
Report defects, accidents, or violations.
Follow safety requirements, policies, and procedures outlined in the employee manual and safety meetings.
Maintain reliable, regular, on-time attendance.
Operate trailer hydraulic systems; set up trucks and trailers for appropriate deliveries; provide exceptional customer service; and perform other duties assigned by management.