Truck Drivers - Independence, United States - Kent Nutrition Group

    Kent Nutrition Group
    Kent Nutrition Group Independence, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    ** 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

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    **Education**

    **Preferred**

    High School or better.

    **Experience**

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