LOCAL CDL DRIVER

Job description

Would you like to be home with your family every night? Opal Foods is currently accepting applications for the position of CDL-A Driver for the Neosho, MO Farm By Products operation. This professional driver position is responsible for delivering chicken litter to local farms using company provided semi-trucks and litter trailers. During times when weather does not permit delivery, the driver will assist with maintenance of equipment or other projects necessary to Opal Foods' operations. Must have a clean driving record, excellent work ethic, be extremely reliable and punctual.

Position Responsibilities:
Successful candidate will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on truck and equipment, secure loads and equipment after load out and emptying of trailers, and drive to assigned locations to perform unloading procedure per company and customer requirements. Will interact with other drivers, loaders, and customers in a positive and professional manner. At the end of the work day inspect truck and equipment to ensure it is in good working order for the following shift. Other duties may be assigned by leadership per business needs. Working hours are Monday - Friday, and may include some weekend and holiday hours as needed to meet customer requirements.

Requirements: (knowledge, experience, skills, education)

• Must have current CDL-A licensure with a clean driving record.
• 2 years professional CDL-A driving experience.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Basic record keeping capabilities.
• Demonstrated history of complying with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Must comply with all company safety and driving rules.

Benefits: Opal Foods, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes paid time off, options for medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, dependent life, and disability insurance. Opal Foods, LLC also provides a matching 401K plan.

Opal Foods is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Trucking Driver Type:

• Company driver

Trucking Route:

• Local

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing and able to comply with Opal Foods biosecurity policies requiring employees to have no contact with any bird species of any kind, other than the laying hens owned by the company, including but not limited to domestic ducks, geese, wild birds, chickens, and pet birds of any kind?

Work Location: In person