Driver I

Aviagen • Longview, TX

4d

About The Position

Aviagen is seeking highly experienced Drivers. The Driver I operates commercial motor vehicles to transport loads safely and securely, using safe driving practices to protect themselves and the public. The role requires compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, company policies, and local, state, and federal laws and regulations. The position involves working outdoors in varying weather, driving for extended periods, handling live poultry-related work conditions, and working nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.

Requirements

• 0–3 plus years of driving experience required.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Valid Class A CDL with one year of verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• 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.
• Ability to perform basic math functions and skills.
• Ability to follow Department of Transportation, state, and federal laws, and company safety policies and programs.
• Ability to work outdoors daily, including in inclement weather.
• Ability to sit and drive for up to 10 hours and climb in and out of the truck cab throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work around raw, live animal odors, in a noisy environment exceeding 85 decibels, and around moving equipment.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Previous live poultry tractor-trailer driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspections, including checks of tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, and hoses.
• Assist with loading and unloading the trailer as necessary.
• Ensure the load is secure before moving the vehicle.
• Maintain appropriate documentation, including equipment, time, trips, and weight.
• Clean and wash the truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to a supervisor.
• Comply with DOT safety rules and regulations, company policies, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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 Plan documents.
• Company-observed paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on hire date.

What This Job Offers

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