Cattle Hauler

• Operates tractor/trailer combinations to transport cattle, agricultural products, and feed commodities within regional delivery areas and on long-haul routes.


• Assists with loading and unloading of products; proficient in forklift operation and able to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Supports livestock handling during loading and unloading; ensures accurate documentation of headcounts and weights.


• Performs thorough pre- and post-trip inspections, identifying and reporting defects. Checks and maintains equipment including lights, brakes, and tires.


• Replenishes fluids such as fuel, oil, and water; maintains truck and trailer cleanliness, including manure removal and regular washing.


• Completes and maintains daily driver logs in compliance with company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.


• Adheres to all DOT and DMV regulations, ensuring safe and lawful transport operations. 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, road signs, maps, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.


• Ability to write simple correspondence.


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals


• Must be able to pass DOT physical, both written and driving tests, and have a thorough knowledge of DOT driving regulations.


• Work days may include nights, weekends and holidays, depending on business need and delivery schedule. 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, road signs, maps, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.


• Ability to write simple correspondence.


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes, dirt and dust, or airborne particles and vibration.


• The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.


• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.