Amsterdam Farm Pickup Driver - Full Time
Dean Foods

Job Title

Amsterdam Farm Pickup Driver - Full TimeLocation

Amsterdam, New YorkDescription

Full-Time Driver Position

Amsterdam, NY

$2,500Sign on Bonus Offered to Eligible Candidate

General Purpose:

Utilizing DFA tractor and trailer, transports raw milk from farm to processing plant or trucking terminal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA rules, regulations and policies adhering to all safety practices
• Following dispatch schedule and directions from dispatch and location supervisory personnel, travels to location to transport raw milk
• Transfers raw milk from farm containers to trailer
• Takes quality and control samples at farm
• Measures milk loaded into trailer
• Apply seals properly and document seal numbers to paperwork to ensure traceability and security of load.
• Required to learn multiple routes
• Follows designated routes and schedules unless otherwise directed by supervisory personnel
• Takes measures to minimize truck idle times and conserve fuel consumption
• Maintains positive communications with producers, listens for issues or potential problems, reports producers’ comments to transportation and member services management
• Always represents DFA positively and professionally during interactions with producers, customers, or regulatory personnel

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Eligible for Quarterly bonuses
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k Employer Match
• Generous vacation
• Rotating Schedules
• Return Home Daily
• We are proud to offer access to your wages on-demand, no need to wait for pay day!
• And more...

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent Preferred
• Must have a current CDL (Class A) in state of residence.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a tanker endorsement.
• 2 years of tractor/trailer experience within the last 5 years is preferred.
• Must be at least 23 years of age.
• Must meet all DOT requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both orally and in writing
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to read and record accurate volume and weight measurement
• Good organization and record keeping skills
• Punctuality

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range

$25-$30/Hour

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