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CDL Feed Haul Driver
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$44,729 / year median in Alabama
-10% projected decline
Job Description
Feed Haul Drivers are professional truck drivers responsible for transporting animal feed from feed mill facilities to farms. We are hiring for 1st and 2nd shift. 1st shift drivers average $1,500/week and work from approximately 1:30 am to 1:30 pm. 2nd shift drivers average $1,800/week and work from approximately 2:30 pm to 2:30 am. Feed Mill Drivers must be able to operate manual transmissions and trailers with bulk hydraulic controls. Drivers ensure the safe and timely delivery of feed to poultry operations. In addition to driving, Feed Haul Drivers may load and unload feed, maintain delivery records, and perform basic vehicle inspections. This job requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) and knowledge of safety regulations related to transporting agricultural goods. Deliver feed between feed mills, growers and other required destinations.
Perform pre-trip inspections to ensure the safety of your loads.
Comply with established Company fueling procedures.
Communicate with dispatchers on a regular basis.
Comply with DOT, company, biosecurity, FSMA, local, state and federal laws, policies, practices and procedures.
All other relevant duties to the job. Class A Commercial Driver's License required.
Must be able to operate manual transmissions and trailers with bulk hydraulic controls.
1+ year(s) verifiable commercial driving experience required.
Clean motor vehicle driving record required.