Truck Drivers - Independence, United States - Kent Nutrition Group
Description
** Truck Drivers - Class A CDL**
**Job Category****:** Skilled Trades **Requisition Number****:** TRUCK001073 Showing 1 location **Job Details**
**Description**
**POSITION SUMMARY:**
Responsible for the safe and timely delivery of Kent Feeds animal feed products to our customers. The driver will be tasked with loading and unloading of bulk product, driving, and pre-trip inspections of equipment.
**PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**
Drive short and long distances to deliver feed product to customers on time
Load and unload product
Pre-inspection of truck
Record all deliveries
Refuel and clean vehicle
Report road incidents to the dispatcher
Obeys all traffic laws
Inspect trucks and record issues
Follow accident procedures
Keep an activities log and log hours
Report mechanical problems to maintenance personnel
Plan routes using GPS system
Maintain a positive attitude with customers
Keep commercial driver license up to date
The above statements cover what are generally believed to be the principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.
JOB REQUIREMENTS **CORE COMPETENCIES:**
Safety Focus, Customer Focus/Courteous, Honesty, Reliable, Self-Dependent, Alertness, Mechanical Skills, Stress Management Skills
**EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:**
HS Diploma or GED
Valid and current Class A CDL
Traffic laws/DOT regulations/driving knowledge
Ability to meet all DOT requirements
Must pass drug and alcohol pre-employment screening
Must provide a current MVR and have a clean driving record
Must provide a current medical certificate
Dependability
**EXPERIENCE:**
Minimum 1 year of verifiable tractor trailer driving experience
Experience driving straight truck, belt truck and auger truck
Experience driving in inclement weather conditions
**Qualifications**
**Skills**
**Behaviors**
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**Motivations**
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**Education**
**Preferred**
High School or better.
**Experience**
**Licenses & Certifications**