Truck Driver

Job description

Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) to transport fresh produce and agricultural equipment (i.e. tractors). Hauling of product is from field to cooler. May be required to unload truck. Workers must be able to operate tractors, trailers, semi-trailers, and have adequate knowledge to make minor adjustments or repairs to these vehicles.
Truck drivers will haul harvested crops and transplants from fields/groves to designated processing and packing facilities. The driving and hauling will consist driving the semi-tractor to the area of intended employment contained in this application, attaching the tractor trailer and driving the tractor trailer to the processing or packing facilities identified. In addition, truck drivers may be required to place empty trailers in the fields/groves and/or relocate trailers throughout the designated worksites contained herein.
Truck drivers must accurately and efficiently identify the geographic location of the assigned pick-up and delivery sites by using aids such as verbal direction, maps, and other aids.
Follow respect and abide by all local, state, and federal regulations and traffic laws pertaining to functions of driver of the company's vehicles.
Truck drivers are responsible for pre-trip inspection of truck every morning and inspection of every trailer hooked to during the course of a day. An inspection form will be provided for this procedure and must be turned in daily with the driver's log. Truck drivers must report all faulty or dangerous equipment that would prevent safe operation of the vehicle to dispatcher or other management personnel immediately.
Operate the vehicle in a manner consistent with responsible practices to avoid abuse, theft, neglect or disrespect of the equipment. This includes keeping the inside and outside of the vehicle clean and verifying that the vehicle is serviced.
Truck drivers must complete a daily driver log sheet detailing every pick-up, delivery and bobtail run of the day. This must be included with the log copies of all trip tickets and other papers for the day.
Truck drivers must hook up air lines to the trailers, air up the brakes, and lock down before getting under each trailer.
It is mandatory for drivers and passengers to use seat belts and shoulder harness. Passengers are not allowed in the vehicles without authorization.
The use of vehicle is restricted to authorized driver(s) only.
Truck drivers must pay attention to and practice safe driving techniques and adherence to existing safety requirements.
Accurate complete and timely reporting to management of all moving violations, vehicle thefts and/or accidents is required of drivers.
May have ability to work overtime (if applicable), weekend and holiday hours.
Will drive trucks from the pick-up and drop-off location to cooler locations in Ventura County. The cooler locations are not worksites as an unsubstantial amount of time is spent at crop pick-up and drop-off locations.

The drivers will work staggering shifts of 8-12 hours Monday through Friday, and five hours on Saturday. The shift schedules vary in start time and end time. The work schedules have a start time of 5:00 a.m.-7:00 a.m. and an end of time 1:00-5:00 p.m. or 3 -7:00 p.m. (depending on start time). Saturday and Sunday work may apply subject to California wage and hour rules. Drivers will abide by the limitation on the number of hours they may drive including as follows: The maximum drive time is 11 hrs/day with 10 hrs rest before the next shift. The maximum of 70 hrs/week with a 32-hour rest before the next shift. Example: 10 hours per day driving for 6 days and one full day off. All hours are logged.

Special Requirements

Must have a CDL or equivalent license
Truck drivers must be able to drive commercial trucks with 12 months heavy truck driving experience. Each worker is expected to drive vehicles efficiently and safely through all types of roadways. Workers must be able to operate tractors, trailers, semi-trailers, and have adequate knowledge to make minor adjustments or repairs to these vehicles. Must have a CDL or equivalent license, pass a required drivers license background check, and mandated drug and alcohol test. Truck drivers must have and maintain a suitable driving record and be ensured by the employers insurance company. Physical Demands: This job will entail extensive sitting, and repetitive movement. Daily travel to various locations in the Ventura County, CA area.