Feed Truck Driver - 2nd Shift (12pm - 8pm) (CDL Assistance Available) - Forest City, IA

Christensen Farms•Forest City, IA

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Christensen Farms is seeking a Feed Truck Driver for their Forest City Feed Mill. This role is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of feed to various farm sites. The company offers full financial assistance for CDL training and licensing, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in trucking. Christensen Farms is a large, family-owned pork producer with operations across the Midwest.

Requirements

Possession and maintenance of a valid commercial driver's license according to the regulations prescribed by the federal DOT and the state of Minnesota.
Must be able to successfully meet all requirements outlined for federal DOT qualifications, to include passage of a physical examination, satisfactory driving record and reference check; passage of drug/alcohol testing and all other requirements laid out in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation.
Position contingent on meeting all Motor Vehicle and CF Insurer requirements and possess a desirable driving record.
Class A CDL required.
Ability to understand and follow driving instructions and road maps.

Nice To Haves

Cooperative attitude and a teamwork approach are essential.
Takes pride in quality of work.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrate a positive customer service mindset.
Treat equipment with respect and drive in a careful and courteous manner.
Support company mission and values.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of feed to sow, nursery, finish or wean to finish site as designated on the daily truck schedules.
Follow all highway regulations, (i.e. speed limits, yields, stops, no passing zones, etc.)
Drive at 5-10 mph below the posted speed limits in all towns.
No jake braking in town.
Always drive with headlights on.
Always wear seatbelts.
No riders/passengers unless it is a CFF employee and has been authorized.
Be courteous on the road.
Respect the producers' properties.
Respect the equipment/trucks.
Responsible for having scheduled hours covered each week.
Safe and courteous driving at all times.
Participate in safety meetings.
Respectful of Company & Contract Partners Property.
Be alert, attentive and fit for operation of equipment, loading and unloading of equipment, and working within and around company and customer facilities.
Conduct yourself with honesty and integrity at all times.
Responsible for washing trucks as scheduled and maintaining clean vehicles.
Responsible for completing a vehicle inspection prior to operating any equipment and reporting any repairs needing to be made to the Manager.
Responsible for the care and inventory of all tools and equipment assigned to the driving unit.
Assist in other areas of the mill if needed/requested. Areas may include: mill ops, maintenance, truck shop/wash, etc.
Responsible for repairing minor damages to the feed bins.
Responsible for keeping accurate, easy-to-read records including log books, feed delivered to producers, trip reports, vehicle inspection sheet, etc.
Help maintain cleanliness, neatness and safety of work area and building.
Responsible for safekeeping of valuable goods in transit.
Trained in HACCP as provided by Company's HACCP Coordinator.