Jockey Driver

Primarily responsible for exercising safe driving practices while operating a Tractor Trailer or an Ottawa unit to move trailers within the confines of the plant grounds. Ability to operate a tractor to bring trailers from the remote lot to the plant. This position moves trailers throughout the shift in and out of the Shipping doors and makes sure that the trailers in the yard are arranged properly.

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e., tires, oil, fuel, lights, breaks, hoses, etc.).
• Ensure secure load before movement.
• Maintain proper documentation (i.e., equipment, time, trips, weight, etc.). Clean and wash the truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with the 1-year verifiable satisfactory driving record (preferred).
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State, and Federal Laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous live poultry tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.
• Follow Department of Transportation, State and Federal laws, and company safety policies and programs.
• Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if applicable.

• Work in an outside environment (including inclement weather) daily.
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours and climb in and out of truck cab throughout shift.
• Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.
• Work in noisy environment (>85 decibels) and moving equipment.

Case Farms 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.

Case Farms participates in the E-Verify system and uses tools made available by the federal government to confirm employment eligibility of all team members. Persons offered employment are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process.