Position : Bulk Tank Driver

Location : Lexington, Kentucky

Requisition ID: : 26192

Join our CDL-A driver team “We Haul Wholesome” at Dairy Farmers of America - the leading milk marketing cooperative and dairy food processor within the United States. Our drivers transport raw milk from farm to processing plants or trucking terminals utilizing DFA tractors and trailers. We are passionate about the farmer-owners, our employees, the dairy industry and supplying consumers with safe and nutritious products.

OUTSTANDING BENEFITS!

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401k Employer Match

• Life Insurance – Company Paid

• AD&D, STD and LTD - Company Paid

• 144 Hours Paid Vacation

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Sick Time

• Return home daily

• And more...

General Purpose:

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

Job 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

• Follows designated routes and schedules unless otherwise directed by supervisory personnel

• Takes measures to minimize truck idle times and conserve fuel consumption

• Delivers load to assigned processing plant and follows plant GMPs

• Maintains positive communications with producers, listens for issues or potential problems, reports producers’ comments to transportation and member services management

• Represents DFA positively and professionally at all times during interactions with producers, customers, or regulatory personnel

• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee; but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED is Preferred

• Must have a current CDL (Class A) in state of residence

• Must have, or be able to obtain, a tanker endorsement

• Must have at least two years of tractor/trailer experience to be considered. Two years of tractor/trailer experience within the last five years is preferred.

• Must be at least 23 years of age

• Must meet all DOT requirements

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including night hours and holidays with rotating days off

• Must obtain any certifications/licenses (e.g. weigher and sampler license) required by regulatory agencies as a condition of continued employment

Motor Vehicle Report (MVR):

• DFA will not consider applicants that have more than one chargeable or preventable motor vehicle accident within the year preceding the date of application.

• DFA will not consider applicants that have more than one conviction for violations of motor vehicle laws (other than violations involving parking only) within the year preceding the date of application.

• DFA will not consider applicants who have incurred drug and/or alcohol related convictions during the seven-year period preceding the date of application

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to write neatly and legibly

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

• Ability to read and record accurate volume and weight measurements

• Good organization and record keeping skills

• Reliability and Punctuality

• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel to ensure customer needs and requirements are met

• Must have basic proficiency using technology (laptop, tablet, cell phone)

• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer