Feed Delivery Driver

Aviagen • Pikeville, TN

3d

About The Position

Aviagen is seeking an experienced driver to operate a semi-tractor and feed tanker trailer combination and transport feed safely and securely. The driver is responsible for safe driving practices, public and personal safety, and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, company policies, and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations. The role also involves maintaining bio-security and ISO standards, completing required reports and inspections, and performing other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of driving experience.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Valid Class A CDL and a satisfactory, verifiable driving record; one year of driving record verification is specified.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation requirements and 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 skills.
• Knowledge of business English, punctuation, arithmetic, and spelling.
• 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 work around raw, live animal odors.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment exceeding 85 decibels and around moving equipment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.

Nice To Haves

• Previous live poultry tractor-trailer driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document pre-trip inspections, including checking 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 accurate 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 applicable local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Operate a semi-tractor and feed tanker trailer combination.
• Maintain bio-security and ISO standards.
• Complete required reports and inspections.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Teladoc
• Short-Term Disability coverage
• Long-Term Disability coverage
• 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
• Education Level: High school or GED