Yard Driver (Class A)

Dairy Farmers of America • Houston, TX

82d • $21

About The Position

The Yard Driver (Class A) at Oak Farms Dairy is responsible for driving trucks or tractors in vehicle parking, yard, or docking areas to move, position, or park trucks and trailers to facilitate shipping and receiving functions. The role includes transporting trucks and trailers for repairs as necessary, operating the wash bay to clean tractors and trailers, and maintaining a neat and orderly yard.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Tractor/trailer experience, within the last five years preferred
• Must meet minimum age requirements
• Meet all DOT requirements
• Meet Dairy Farmers of America Motor Vehicle Record requirements
• Current CDL (Class A) license in state of residence; current tanker endorsement if needed

Responsibilities

• Perform trailer movement according to prioritization to optimize plant or warehouse efficiencies and production needs
• Hook, unhook and move trucks to and from the service department and around dock area
• Spot or position loaded and unloaded trailers at assigned dock space for unloading or loading
• Connect loaded semitrailers to tractors for the drivers
• Maintain accurate trailer and inventory movement log
• Follow steps to ensure proper operation and perform periodic preventive maintenance including pre and post trip inspections of equipment in the area
• Perform duties required to ensure that assigned area is sanitary and clean
• Wash exterior of trucks and trailers if appropriate for yard location
• Complete sales route deliveries and/or over-the-road routes, as needed
• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety, DOT, and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity and accidents and injuries
• Attend all driver workshops and training sessions
• Other duties may be assigned as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees