Truck Driver

Job description

Essential duties for Truck Drivers:

- Follow supervisor instructions always and arrive to work on time.
- Conduct thorough and accurate pre-trip inspections on 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.
- Follow delivery instructions and accurately complete logs and other necessary forms.
- Pick up empty bins when necessary and to deliver to field locations.
- 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 technique.
- 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.

Special Requirements

Worker must have and maintain a valid driver's license: Class A CDL or equivalent. 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.