Job Description
Description:
Driver loads food-based products in bulk, transporting them via Semi-Truck and Trailer and unloading the products at numerous customer locations.
Responsibilities:
· Operate in a safe manner and in compliance with company policies, state/federal laws and regulations.
· Load Agri-products at food processing plants and bulk storage facilities.
· Unload products at numerous customer locations.
· Connect hoses and fittings to “load and unload” agri-food products safely.
· Drop and hook up trailers to semi-truck. This includes raising and lowering dolly legs on the trailer. Estimated torque on dolly legs around 50lbs to raise and lower depending.
· Reaching pulling and pushing asphalt hoses with products in them up to 75 lbs.
· Ability to climb ladders to an approximate height of 11 feet to check tank levels and make sure load is secure.
o The maximum weight of the vertical step load of 450 lbs. and a riser/grab-handle pull a load of 200 lbs.
· Climbing in and out of Tractor using 3 points of contact
· Opening dome lid to vent the trailer
· Ability to verbally understand detailed information from dispatchers regarding loads and customer requirements.
· Present a professional image of the company through appearance and attitude. Long pants with a company provided shirt is required. No shorts or sleeveless shirts are allowed.
· General conversations in English with dispatchers, customers, and loaders to accommodate their needs.
Physical Requirements:
· Lifting up to 50 lbs. Stooping, bending, twisting, pulling, grasping
· Climbing, Prolonged sitting
Required:
· Valid Class A - CDL driver’s license with tanker and hazmat endorsement.
· Approved medical card via DOT certified doctor, PA, or Chiropractor