Yard Driver Non-CDL

PET Dairy has an immediate job opening for a well-versed Yard Driver Non-CDL to perform any combination of operating all equipment and perform all roles as needed including driving tractor trailer with capacity of more than three tons and usually with more than six wheels to transport materials to and from specified destinations. As well as applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and area roads, operating shuttles to move trailers from building to buildings, staging area, and from various loading dock doors, documenting all trailer moves on daily move sheets, and performing safety check inspections of trailers according to DOT regulations. Must be able to perform duties of this role in all weather conditions.

PET Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At PET Dairy, we are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.

By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities – come join us!  

SCHEDULE:   1st Shift / Mon - Sat / Rotate 3am & 7am start - Finish / Rotating day off / Off Sundays

PAY RATE: $21.00 per hour

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) with company contribution
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms provided
• Work for dairy farm families

• Must have DOT certifiable and a good MVR
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimal
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background and criminal checks
• Must be able to stand, walk and climb into and out of tractor trailers virtually the entire shift
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in outdoor conditions (year round) with moderate noise
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays
• Must have a clean driving record

DFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

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