Regional Driver
Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Leesport
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company
heading into it's second century of growth and innovation. With a
goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we
create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice
customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are
raised for food.SummaryOperate Tractor Trailer combination between
Company/Customer facilities, in order to pick up and deliver
freight in a legal, safe, timely, and efficient manner to include
drop, hook, spot or otherwise interchange equipment for loading and
unloading at various locations, as assigned. The expectation for
this position, the driver will be away from home domicile for an
extended period of time, unless otherwise directed by management.
Driver is expected to perform above duties in a professional manner
at all times as he/she is a representative of the Perdue Farms
Brand.Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities1. Maneuver
and deliver/backhaul truck loads of product and materials to
plants, customers, and distributors as assigned.2. Observe and
maintain all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
regarding hours of service, log book, vehicle inspections, load
inspections, and securing load. To include utilizing electronic
logging device (paper logs when needed), on board vehicle tracking
system in efficient manner.3. Operate a tractor and trailer in a
legal/safe manner consistent with all Federal, State and Local
laws, regulations, and Company policies. To include the utilization
of all on board safety features.4. Complete and submit all Company
paperwork to include but not limited to manifest, bill of lading,
proof of delivery pay envelopes, overage, shortage, damaged claims,
and trip reports.5. As assigned, the physical process of loading
and unloading of product may be required.6. Responsible for seal
integrity and the reporting of an accurate /verified case count and
condition of product during deliveriesMinimum EducationValid CDL
LicenseHigh School Graduate or GEDExperience RequirementsMinimum
Two years over the road Tractor/Trailer driving experience
withtrailers preferred.One Year over the road driving experience
with degree from accredited driving school.Experience
PreferredStrong communication skills.Environmental Factors and
Physical Requirements1. Able to drive a tractor with a trailer.2.
Able to remain seated for extended periods of time up to the limits
established by DOT regulations.3. Able to withstand bouncing and
vibration from truck and road conditions.4. Able to lift boxes up
to 100 pounds to load/unload products.5. Exposed to fuel and oil
spills.6. Exposed to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees
Fahrenheit), humidity, (0-100%) and noise (50db to 100db)7.
Required to travel to customers, distributors, plant facilities and
other remote locations and will remain away from for home for
extended periods of time up to 5 -7 days.Perdue Farms, Inc. is an
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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