Class A Cdl Truck Driver- First Shift
Job Description
Job Detail
- Safely deliver LNC livestock feed products to customers as directed and collects payment for goods delivered and delivery charges as needed
- In this role, the driver is the “face” of LNC to the customer, and has responsibility for maintaining relationships with our customers
- Safely place delivered feed in the appropriate location directed by the customer, assuming that be accomplished safely in the judgement of the driver and driver’s supervisor
- Transport finished goods and raw materials to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers
- Maintain telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions, and communicate updates
- Display a professional and courteous attitude to customers, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical and safety issues with an awareness of preventative maintenance
- Inspect truck equipment and supplies (such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water)
- Maintain driver and truck logs, in compliance with state and federal regulations, including work/rest periods and miles driven, as well as daily pre and post inspection documentation
- Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
- Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
- Report defects, accidents or violations
- Strictly adhere to safety requirements, policies, and procedures as outlined in the employee manual and safety meetings
- Reliable, regular on-time attendance is required and essential to the operation of the LNC team
- Perform other duties related to or including operating hydraulic systems on trailers, truck and trailer setup for appropriate delivery, delivering exceptional customer service, and any other duties assigned by management
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Qualifications & Skills
Proven work experience as a truck driver; Prefer a minimum of 2 years of experience in the operation of tractor/trailer equipment - Possesses a current and valid Class A Commercial driver’s license
- Ability to work weekends, on a rotating & seasonal basis
- Is physically qualified to drive a CMV; Possesses adequate health and agility to climb up and down ladders to properly unload feed and check customer bins, as well as the ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs
- Can safely operate the type of CMV he/she intends to operate
- Ability to maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
- Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (Electronic logs, GPS)
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
- Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions, for example)
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Can read and speak English
- No recent moving or driving violations; Is not disqualified to drive a CMV
- Must have no serious traffic violations in the last 3 years
- Must have no more than 3 moving violation in the last 3 years; or more than 2 moving violations in the last 12 months
- Must have no more than 1 preventable accident involving bodily injury, fatality or disabling damages to a vehicle requiring to be towed from the scene in the last 3 years
- LNC not consider any driver applicant who has been convicted of a criminal offense involving a commercial vehicle
- Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment references
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Benefits and Perks
All Full Time employees eligible for competitive benefits package - ~
