GP Egg Pickup Driver

Aviagen • Elkmont, AL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Aviagen is currently looking for highly experienced Drivers. The driver's primary responsibility will be to ensure the exercise of safe driving practices ensuring their safety and the safety of the public, responsible for operating commercial motor vehicle transporting safely and securely, responsible for compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) safety rules and regulations; and all company policies; and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.

Requirements

• 0-3 plus years of Driving Experience required
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Valid Class 'A' CDL with 1 year 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
• Basic math functions and skills
• Follow Department of Transportation, State, and Federal laws, and company safety policies and programs
• Work in outside environment (including inclement weather) on a daily basis
• 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

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e., tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, hoses, etc.)
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary
• Ensure secure load before movement
• Maintain proper documentation (i.e., equipment, time, trips, weight, etc.)
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to the supervisor
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Aviagen USA provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support 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 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