Feed Delivery Driver

Aviagen • Pikeville, TN

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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, compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements and applicable company, local, state, and federal policies and laws, and maintaining bio-security and ISO standards. The position involves outdoor work in varying weather, driving for extended periods, and working around live animals, odors, noise, and moving equipment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of driving experience.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with at least 1 year of verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• 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 and functions.
• 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 and in a noisy environment exceeding 85 decibels, with moving equipment.
• Ability to perform tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Must be a team-oriented worker.

Nice To Haves

• Previous live poultry tractor-trailer driving experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 documentation related to equipment, time, trips, weight, and other required records.
• Clean and wash the truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to a supervisor.
• Operate a semi-tractor and feed tanker trailer combination safely.
• Comply with DOT safety rules and regulations and applicable company, local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Maintain bio-security and ISO standards.
• Complete required reports and inspections.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and AD&D coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Teladoc.
• Short-term and 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