Truck Driver
Employer
10266 S. Avenue 4E
Yuma, AZ 85365
United States
Job description
Essential Duties for the Class A Harvest Truck Driver include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Follow supervisor instructions always, and arrive to work on time. 2. Conduct thorough and accurate pre-trip inspections on truck & trailers. 3. Safe and correct operation of trucks. 4. Safe and correct hook-up of trailers. 5. Safely and correctly load/unload trailer and tie down load. 6. Correctly distribute trailer load to comply with state and federal regulations. 7. Follow delivery instructions, and accurately complete logs and other necessary forms. 8. Pick up empty materials when necessary and deliver to field locations. 9. Maintain and care for v-boards, tarps, ropes, pallets, returnable totes and all other driver equipment. 10. Perform duties in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques. 11. Communicate with dispatcher, field harvest supervisors, co-workers, and plant receiving in a courteous, professional manner. 12. Participate in pre-hire U.S. DOT drug & alcohol testing programs as required. 13. Participate in safety trainings, orientations and all other company meetings as required. 14. Report all injuries to supervisor immediately regardless of how slight they might seem. Work Schedule – The drivers will work staggering shifts of 7 hours a day Monday through Friday, and may work on Saturday. The shift schedules vary in start time and end time. The work
schedules have a start time of 5:00a.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).
Training: Training will be provided for 2 days from each worker’s initial date of employment. The employer will provide on-the-job training in the proper use and maintenance of tools, supplies, or equipment required in the performance of work.
Special Requirements
Valid Commercial drivers license or equivalent
Qualifications/Requirements: Valid Commercial drivers license or equivalent. Clean DMV record Medical Examiners Report. 1 year field harvest truck driver experience. Ability to pass a pre-hire drug & alcohol screening test, at no cost to the employee. Ability to speak, read & write enough English to communicate with CHP & scale personnel. Ability to climb up and down from trailers. Ability to lift up to 80 pounds. Ability to walk on uneven ground in field locations. Ability to navigate safe entry into and exit from field roads. Ability to work flexible and long hours. Ability to work as a team with supervisors, tractor drivers, plant receiving personnel, and other truck drivers.