Feed Delivery Driver (CDL Required)

Are you seeking a rewarding long-term job, with great pay and benefits and the ability to come home to your family each day? If so, we would like to speak with you about our CDL driver position.

Hord Farms West Feed Truck Driver

The Feed Mill Driver is responsible for delivering feed from the mill to various farm locations. Prospective candidates need to perform duties while promoting safety, care and timeliness. Individuals shall uphold state and federal regulations and rules related to commercial transportation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Feed transportation & delivery

• Operate truck in a manner consistent with commercial driving regulations and road restrictions, such as speed and weight
• Participate in certification and training programs to maintain CDL requirements and promote safety
• Maintain accurate internal records
• Maintain accurate DOT paperwork according to state and federal regulations, including but not limited to:
  • Ensure cargo and truck equipment are secure
  • Conduct pre- and post-inspections of truck, including adequate fuel and oil levels, as well as properly functioning brakes, windshield wipers, and lights
  • Inspect fire extinguisher and other safety equipment regularly
  • Identify gaps and areas of opportunities for annual DOT inspections, etc.
• Perform necessary functions at delivery sites, such as:
  • Load and unload bulk feed
  • Clean up spilled feed
  • Open and close feed bins
• Report to Feed Mill Manager when equipment does not work or is missing
• Maintain truck/trailer so it is ready for use and deployment, including but not limited to:
  • Wash truck/trailer
  • Follow biosecurity procedures at mill and delivery sites
  • Perform minor repairs on truck/trailer, when necessary

Additional Duties:

• Collaborate with the Feed Mill Manager and staff, introducing best practices, being adaptable to changing environments, etc.
• Maintain and promote a safe working environment

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Additional duties may be assigned as they arise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license and health card
• Clean driving record
• Ability to meet DOT drug & alcohol requirements

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous delivery experience
• 3-5 years' driving experience