Wayne-Sanderson Farms - Dobson, NC
posted 26 days ago
Full-time
Dobson, NC
Food Manufacturing
About the position
The 1st Shift Live Haul Truck Driver is responsible for safely transporting live poultry from growers to the processing facility while adhering to all safety regulations and company policies. This role requires compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and involves performing pre-trip inspections, maintaining documentation, and ensuring the secure loading of the vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
- Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e. tires, oil, fuel, lights, breaks, hoses, etc.).
- Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary.
- Ensure secure load before movement.
- Maintain proper documentation (i.e. equipment, time, trips, weight, etc.).
- Clean and wash truck as necessary.
- Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
- Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
- All other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum 21 years of age.
- Valid Class A CDL with 1 year verifiable satisfactory driving record.
- Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws.
- Ability to read and write legibly.
- Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
- Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.
Nice-to-haves
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Previous live poultry tractor trailer driving experience.
- Basic math functions and skills.
