Feed Truck Driver

Objective

The primary responsibility of the Feed Truck Driver is to operate a semi-tractor and feed trailer for the transportation of feed from our mill to local farms. The driver will load the trailer with the appropriate feed at our facility in Wayland, Iowa, and deliver it safely to local farms. Drivers will have multiple loads per day. Adherence to biosecurity protocols is essential to safeguard the health of our animals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to safe driving practices, demonstrate effective teamwork skills, and be willing to comply with our company policies, including those related to safety and biosecurity.

Job Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL 


• Must be able to obtain a DOT approved medical certificate 


• Must be able to speak, read and write English


• Ability to lift 60 pounds, climb ladders and operate a pallet jack with 2,000 pounds of material


• Must meet all DOT requirements and comply with DOT rules and regulations

Main Responsibilities

• Operate company-owned feed truck to deliver feed from feed mill to local farms


• Perform pre-trip and post-trip Inspections of equipment before and after loading


• Unloading the feed/truck load at the correct destination and correct bins/warehouse


• Complete and maintain required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner


• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to the supervisor


• Complete written feed delivery reports
  


• Comply with DOT regulations


• Perform all duties in a safe and timely manner


• Perform other duties as assigned


• Report to Feed Plant Shift Manager

Skills Required

• Must have the ability to operate vehicle on country rural roads


• Must have the ability to read maps


• Comprehension of Federal, State, and local regulations as it pertains to driving commercial vehicles

Work Environment

• Driver will need to get out of cab to operate auger and deliver feed in various climates


• While loading at the feed mill, driver may perform light work at feed mill where it is dusty and noisy


• 2nd shift schedule

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit and remain alert while driving safely for extended periods of time


• Properly and safely enter and exit the vehicle cabs multiple times per day.


• Ability to climb ladder and be able to crank levers.


• Perform occasional squatting, kneeling, bending, and climbing throughout the workday


• Perform above the shoulder movements when cranking the lever to unload feed