Truck Driver

Associated Feed & Supply•Ontario, CA

12d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Truck Driver reports to the Office Manager and delivers sack feed to assigned animal feed stores and retail locations safely and efficiently. The role involves operating the company’s automatic semi-truck, dry van with lift gate, and electric pallet jack; delivering products on time; understanding transportation documents; and using necessary mechanical controls while following safe driving practices. The driver communicates professionally with customers about problems and requests. The position is full-time, regular, and hourly (non-exempt), with a day shift and a stated 40-hour workweek, Monday through Friday. Deliveries are local, and the driver is able to go home every evening. Work may also be performed in the warehouse as needed or as backup. The work uses an air-conditioned, semi-automatic newer truck and includes work in outside weather conditions.

Requirements

Two years of experience operating a truck with a Class A license.
Valid California Class A commercial driver’s license.
Clean DMV record and current medical card.
Meet and maintain U.S. DOT medical standards.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Knowledge of DOT and state regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, and inspection.
Knowledge of safe and legal commercial motor vehicle operation and vehicle safety and control systems.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers and staff.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to complete required truck-operation and product paperwork and maintain logs.
Strong work ethic; dependable and reliable.
Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Detail-oriented and thorough.
Ability to commit to 40-hour workweeks, Monday through Friday, for local deliveries.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience.
Lift gate and electric pallet jack experience.

Responsibilities

Transport product to assigned locations and ensure timely delivery.
Handle and unload product properly to support safety and minimize damage.
Transport product safely and on time from origin to destination.
Operate the commercial motor vehicle safely and legally in accordance with local, state, federal, DOT, and company requirements.
Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues.
Report daily to the assigned dispatcher or supervisor for route instructions.
Report defects, accidents, or violations.
Communicate with staff throughout the organization and interact appropriately with customers.
Complete paperwork and documentation related to truck operations and product, including logs.
Load and unload trailers as needed and secure loads safely and accurately.
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
Work in the warehouse as needed or as a backup.