Heavy Truck Driver

Job description

Essential duties for truck drivers:
Follow supervisor instructions always and arrive to work on time.
The truck driver's normal routine will be picking up loads of bins filled with citrus fruit in the field and hauling them to the packing house where the fruit gets graded, washed and packed (Approx. 40 miles one way).
The truck is a 2-axle commercial rig pulling two 24-ft trailers.
After being unloaded at the packing house, the trailers are refilled with empty bins and the driver returns to the field for another load.
Conduct thorough and accurate pre-trip inspections on the trucks and trailers.
Safely operate trucks and make on-time deliveries.
Safely hook up trailers to trucks.
Safely and correctly load/unload trailer and tiedown load appropriately.
Correctly distribute trailer load to comply with state and federal regulations.
Complete logs and other necessary forms.
Maintain and care for v-boards, tarps, ropes, bins and all other driver equipment.
Perform duties in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.
Communicate with dispatcher, field harvest supervisors, co-workers, and receiving location in a courteous and professional manner.
Participate in pre-hire US DOT drug and alcohol testing program as required.
Participate in safety trainings, orientations, and all other company meetings as required.
Ability to work overtime, weekend and holiday hours.

Please see Addendum C

Special Requirements

The employer requires a valid commercial drivers license.
The employer will be responsible for the arrangement and cost of the California Drivers License, California Special Driver Certificate,
and Medical Examiners Certificates (if any/if applicable).
Must comply with all applicable requirements of USDOT regulations.
Must pass a post-employment road test to gauge driving ability.
Employer uniformly conducts a post-employment DOT physical, drug screen, background check and motor vehicle records check at no cost to the worker.