Cdl Driver + Farmworker

Job description

Crops/Commodities:
sweet corn and green beans.
Semi-truck Driver duties:

• Requires a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Requires successful completion of drug screening.
• Requires ability to follow directions from a supervisor.
• Requires ability to interact effectively with co-workers.
• Requires ability to understand and comply with posted work rules and procedures.
• Requires ability to sit and ride in a vehicle for extended periods of time.
• Majority of work is performed in various fields throughout the farm.
• Work requires exposure to all temperature and weather extremes, loud noises, moving equipment, wetness, and dust.
• Ensure trailer hitch is properly and securely attached to the tractor unit.
• Transport produce from the field to the packing house.
• Communicate with dispatch as needed.
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip.
• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean.
• Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.).
• Comply with DOT regulations.
• Always make safety a priority.

Drivers will transport sweet corn and green beans from the field to the packing house. Drivers will ensure that the tractor and trailer is cleaned and maintained in a safe working condition. This includes identifying all needed maintenance on tractor or tailer. Accurately perform the pre-trip inspection that includes tires, fuel, oil, etc.

Bus Driver Duties:

As a driver your primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, following direction given by the supervisors and the transportation coordinator. Provide transportation for workers to and from work. Transport workers to purchase food and to laundry facility to wash clothing The driver will take passengers to specified destinations. The driver will be responsible for basic maintenance, including check the vehicle's oil, tires, lights, in addition to keeping the bus clean, as part of the pre-trip inspection. The bus driver is required to obey all traffic laws and Rouge River Farms Policies. The bus driver is required to maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus at all time. Ensure the safety of all passengers. Perform pre trip and post trip inspection of the bus before and after each shift. Report any hazards found during pre trip and post trip inspection. When not operating the bus the bus drivers will be required to assist in the up keep of the buses and transportation equipment. Workers with a clean driving record (no major moving violations such as but not limited to Driving While Intoxicated or Reckless Driving) and able to obtain an insurable CDL with passenger endorsement, as applicable, may be required to drive company buses. During periods of time when transportation is not needed the bus drivers will need to assist in the packing house. When not operating a vehicle, all drivers will be required to perform job duties listed below.

Workers must operate all equipment properly and in a manner that protects operator, others, the employer's products and property. Failure to comply with safety requirements and operating instructions may result in disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination.

Must have and maintain a valid U.S. commercial driver's license (CDL) or Licencia Federal de Conductor with air brake and double/triple endorsements to permit driving of trucks. Must have clean driving record. Must comply with all applicable requirements of the USDOT regulations. Must have no disqualifying factors under applicable law or employer's motor vehicle insurance policy. Disqualifying factors include but are not limited to: conviction for driving under the influence, driving while impaired or the occurrence of a serious at-fault accident.

Special Requirements

This job requires a minimum of 12 months of prior experience driving trucks (semi-trucks) and operating agricultural equipment, preferably on a vegetable farm. Workers must be able to perform manual and mechanized tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Applicants must be able to furnish verbal or written statement establishing relevant prior work experience. Saturday work required. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. Must have and maintain a valid CDL with air brake and double/triple endorsements to permit driving of trucks. Employer-paid pre-employment and post-hire drug testing required.