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Dairy Farmers of America Amsterdam Farm Pickup Driver - Full Time in Amsterdam, New York

Position : Amsterdam Farm Pickup Driver - Full Time

Location : Amsterdam, New York

Requisition ID: : 25537

Full-Time Driver Position

Amsterdam, NY

$2,500 Sign on Bonus Offered to Eligible Candidate

General Purpose:

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

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

  • Apply seals properly and document seal numbers to paperwork to ensure traceability and security of load.

  • Required to learn multiple routes

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

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

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

  • Always represents DFA positively and professionally during interactions with producers, customers, or regulatory personnel

Pay and Benefits:

  • Competitive pay

  • Eligible for Quarterly bonuses

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • 401k Employer Match

  • Generous vacation

  • Rotating Schedules

  • Return Home Daily

  • We are proud to offer access to your wages on-demand, no need to wait for pay day!

  • And more...

E ducation and Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED or equivalent Preferred

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

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

  • 2 years of tractor/trailer experience within the last 5 years is preferred.

  • Must be at least 23 years of age.

  • Must meet all DOT requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements

  • Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both orally and in writing

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

  • Ability to read and record accurate volume and weight measurement

  • Good organization and record keeping skills

  • Punctuality

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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