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Diary Farmers of America Inc. Amsterdam Milk Hauler - Part Time in Amsterdam, New York

Part-Time Driver Position

Amsterdam, NY

$1,000 Sign on Bonus Offered to Eligible Candidates

General Purpose:

Utilizing DFA tractor and trailer, transports raw milk from farm to processing plant or trucking terminal

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operates a commercial motor vehicle in compliance with DOT and DFA rules, regulations and policies adhering to all safety practices
  • Following dispatch schedule and directions from dispatch and location supervisory personnel, travels to location to transport raw milk
  • Transfers raw milk from farm containers to trailer
  • Takes quality and control samples at farm
  • Measures milk loaded into trailer
  • Apply seals properly and document seal numbers to paperwork to ensure traceability and security of load.
  • Follows designated routes and schedules unless otherwise directed by supervisory personnel
  • Takes measures to minimize truck idle times and conserve fuel consumption
  • Maintains positive communications with producers, listens for issues or potential problems, reports producers' comments to transportation and member services management
  • Represents DFA positively and professionally at all times during interactions with producers, customers, or regulatory personnel

Pay and Benefits:

  • Competitive pay
  • Eligible for Quarterly bonuses
  • Rotating Schedules
  • Return Home Daily
  • We are proud to offer access to your wages on-demand, no need to wait for pay day!
  • And more...


Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED or equivalent Preferred
  • Must have a current CDL (Class A) in state of residence.
  • Must have, or be able to obtain, a tanker endorsement.
  • Minimum of 1-year verifiable CDL driving experience (military experience does count towards this requirement)
  • In lieu of 1-year verifiable driving experience, driver applicants may have successfully graduated from a FMCSA Entry-Level Driver Training certified driving school.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must meet all DOT requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
  • Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both orally and in writing
  • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
  • Ability to read and record accurate volume and weight measurement
  • Good organization and record keeping skills
  • Punctuality

An Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly

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