TRUCK DRIVER

KENT Nutrition • Sheldon, IA

19d • Onsite

About The Position

KENT Nutrition Group, Inc., a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE™ family of companies, is seeking a Truck Driver to safely and efficiently deliver KENT Feeds products to customers. The role involves loading and unloading bulk products, conducting pre-trip equipment inspections, and ensuring deliveries arrive safely and on time. The position is designed and intended to be performed in Sheldon, Iowa. Drivers are home every night and travel within a 150-mile radius.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Class B CDL and willingness to pursue a Class A CDL.
• Ability to safely operate a semi truck weighing more than 26,001 pounds while meeting applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Must be physically qualified, hold a Medical Certification Card, and not be disqualified from driving a commercial motor vehicle.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with traffic laws and DOT regulations.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Must provide a current MVR and have a clean driving record.
• Must provide a current medical certificate.
• Dependability.
• Minimum of 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer driving experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience driving straight trucks, belt trucks, and auger trucks.
• Experience driving in inclement weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Drive short and long distances to deliver feed products to customers on time.
• Load and unload product.
• Conduct pre-trip truck inspections.
• Record all deliveries.
• Refuel and clean the vehicle.
• Report road incidents to the dispatcher.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Inspect trucks and record issues.
• Follow accident procedures.
• Maintain an activities log and log hours.
• Report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel.
• Plan routes using a GPS system.
• Maintain a positive attitude with customers.
• Keep a commercial driver license up to date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED