Objective: Transport feed for pigs in a professional manner that meets expectations of our shareholders and producers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Load, transport, and unload feeder pigs to and from multiple locations while driving with caution to ensure the safety of yourself as well as the equipment you are using.
- Ensure the semi is safe for each trip by conducting a pre-trip check
- Have the ability to unhook trailers and hook up to another safely and efficiently.
- Operate the equipment on the trailer such as tarps, cranks and gates.
- Washing/ disinfecting trailers entirely after use
- Perform basic routine maintenance to semi-tractor and trailer
- Comply with DOT standards for log books and adequate logs for billing purposes
POSITION SPECIFICATIONSEducation:High School education or GEDExperience:Driving experience preferred but not requiredTraining:New Hire TransportationTQA CertificationSemi-Tractor/Trailer Operation & MaintenanceWork Environment:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and operation of a semi-tractor and trailer.The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places: outside weather conditions: extreme cold and extreme heat.The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Physical Requirements:Standing, walking and driving semiFrequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneelingFrequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pullFrequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 poundsOccasional lifting of objects weighing 40-60 poundsOccasional bending while pulling and/or lifting objects Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingAbility to attend and participate in meetings of various lengthsAdditional Requirements:Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportationCDL not required but needs to be willing to get onePQA and TQA certifications required