Driver assistant

Aviagen • Pikeville, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Job Description: Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary Ensure secure load before movement Clean and wash the truck as necessary Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to the supervisor Comply with company safety and biosecurity policies and programs All other duties as assigned Work in an outside environment (including inclement weather) on a daily basis

Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State, and Federal Laws
• Ability to read and write legibly
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic math functions and skills
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours, and climb in and out of the truck cab throughout the shift
• Lift up to 75 lbs
• Work around raw, live animal odors
• Work in noisy environment (>85 decibels) and moving equipment
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary
• Ensure secure load before movement
• Clean and wash the truck as necessary
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to the supervisor
• Comply with company safety and biosecurity policies and programs
• All other duties as assigned
• Work in an outside environment (including inclement weather) on a daily basis

Benefits

• Aviagen USA provides a comprehensive benefits package that supports the healthcare and financial well-being of our employees.
• Aviagen offers medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage, subject to the terms and conditions of the Plan documents.
• Additionally, you will be eligible for company-observed paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED