OTR Driver-JVC

Peterson Farms Inc•Hart Township, MI

38d•Onsite

About The Position

JVC is a part of the Peterson Farms family of companies located out of Byron Center, MI. JVC/Peterson Farms Inc. is looking for drivers who want to maximize their DOT allotted hours of service. The qualified driver (with Class A CDL license and updated medical certificate) will be required to transport PFI produced freight throughout the United States while staying compliant with DOT regulations. Drivers considered for employment need to have experience with, or at least be open to operating an electronic logging device.

Requirements

Class A CDL
Updated medical certificate
Experience with, or at least be open to operating an electronic logging device
1-year continuous current driving record
Verifiable Previous 3-years Driving Employment History
Ability to read, interpret and follow written job instructions
Ability to operate electronic logging device, or ability to learn
Ability to sit for extended periods of time in a truck tractor
Ability to walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, squat, and climb, as necessary, to perform vehicle inspections
(Good) Driving Record
DOT Qualifications

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Represent PFI/JVC in a way that is courteous and professional at all times
Communicate with JVC dispatch regularly
Perform Daily Vehicle Inspection, on tractor and trailer, to determine safe operating condition prior to departure
Trailer pre-load; Pre-cool trailer to proper temperature, confirm product count, properly secure product in trailer, verify paperwork is correct before signing
Operate vehicle in compliance with company rules and all applicable state and federal regulations in accordance with accepted principles of safe driving
Deliver freight to consignees as required
Wait patiently for backhaul information/instructions
Pick up freight as required
Load and unload freight as required (we compensate drivers for lumping)
Perform other related work as required
Report to Transportation Manager and/or Dispatch all moving violations, roadside inspections, and accidents including equipment damage and/or property damage, involving the driver or company equipment
Properly complete and turn in paperwork in compliance with state and federal regulations for each trip including: (DVIR, logs, signed BOL’s, PFTI trip sheet, receipts)
Proper use and care of all equipment assigned to him/her for the performance of his/her duties.
Reports promptly any delays that will affect pick up or delivery appointments.